뜻
To ask for the reason for something not happening.
문화적 배경
Germans value logic. 'Warum nicht?' is a logical way to say yes—it means you've found no reason to say no. In Austria, the phrase can be delivered with a more relaxed, 'gemütlich' tone, often followed by 'Passt schon'. Swiss German speakers might use 'Worum nöd?' in dialect, but 'Warum nicht?' is standard in written and formal contexts. In a German office, 'Warum nicht?' is a sign of a 'Can-do' attitude. It shows you are pragmatic and not blocked by bureaucracy.
The 'Eigentlich' Trick
Add 'eigentlich' (Warum eigentlich nicht?) to sound 100% more like a native speaker. It adds a layer of 'Now that I think about it...'.
Intonation Matters
A falling intonation can sound grumpy. Keep your voice rising at the end to sound friendly and agreeable.
뜻
To ask for the reason for something not happening.
The 'Eigentlich' Trick
Add 'eigentlich' (Warum eigentlich nicht?) to sound 100% more like a native speaker. It adds a layer of 'Now that I think about it...'.
Intonation Matters
A falling intonation can sound grumpy. Keep your voice rising at the end to sound friendly and agreeable.
Don't be too pushy
If someone gives a reason after you ask 'Warum nicht?', accept it. Asking 'Warum nicht?' a second time can feel like an interrogation.
셀프 테스트
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
A: 'Wollen wir heute Abend Pizza essen?' B: '________! Ich habe großen Hunger.'
'Warum nicht' is the standard way to agree to a suggestion.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Asking why someone isn't coming to the party:
In a full question, the verb must be in the second position and 'nicht' usually comes at the end.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You want to agree to a coffee invitation casually.
'Warum nicht?' is the perfect casual agreement.
Fill in the missing word.
Warum eigentlich _______? (Why not, actually?)
We use 'nicht' to negate the implied action.
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제A: 'Wollen wir heute Abend Pizza essen?' B: '________! Ich habe großen Hunger.'
'Warum nicht' is the standard way to agree to a suggestion.
Asking why someone isn't coming to the party:
In a full question, the verb must be in the second position and 'nicht' usually comes at the end.
You want to agree to a coffee invitation casually.
'Warum nicht?' is the perfect casual agreement.
Warum eigentlich _______? (Why not, actually?)
We use 'nicht' to negate the implied action.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
5 질문No, it is generally neutral or friendly. However, like any phrase, it depends on your tone of voice.
Yes, if the atmosphere is relatively relaxed. In a very formal meeting, use 'Aus welchem Grund?' instead.
There is almost no difference. 'Wieso' is slightly more common in casual spoken German, while 'Warum' is the standard.
This is a common regional pronunciation (especially in Northern and Central Germany) where the final 't' is dropped in casual speech.
Yes! For example: 'Warum nicht einfach mal die {die|f} Wahrheit sagen?' (Why not just tell the truth for once?)
관련 표현
Gerne
similarGladly / With pleasure
Na klar
similarOf course
Wieso?
synonymWhy?
Meinetwegen
contrastFine / If you must
