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warum
/vaˈrʊm/
why
Usage Note
'Warum' and 'weshalb' / 'wieso' all mean 'why', but 'warum' is the most common and neutral. 'Warum lernst du Deutsch?' is a classic conversation starter.
Example Sentences
Warum lernst du Deutsch?
Why are you learning German?
Warum bist du müde?
Why are you tired?