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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?

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