The meaning of WHY is for what cause, reason, or purpose. How to use why in a sentence.

When we ask for reasons in speaking, we can use the phrase why is that? In informal conversations we often say why’s that?: …

You use why in questions when you ask about the reasons for something. Why hasn't he brought the bill? Why didn't he stop me? Why can't I remember the exact year we married?

a. for what reason, purpose, or cause?: why are you here?. b. (used in indirect questions): tell me why you're here.

Adverb why (not comparable) (interrogative) For what cause, reason, or purpose. Introducing a complete question.

Why definition: For what purpose, reason, or cause; with what intention, justification, or motive.

Curtis is the story of an 11-year-old African-American boy, a comic tale of sibling rivalry and family ties, of joys and turbulence, of school and church and people in the neighborhood.

Home to world-class performing arts groups and museums, rich history, and beautiful green spaces, Philadelphia is a fabulous place to explore—and to be a student. Curtis’ highly selective admissions process ensures that students learn alongside talented peers who challenge and inspire them.

Curtis or Curtiss is a common English given name and surname of Anglo-Norman origin, deriving from the Old French curteis (Modern French courtois) which was in turn derived from Latin cohors.