A1
Expression
Formal
Meaning
Asking for a reason.
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Cultural Background
Asking 'why' can be seen as challenging. Always use polite forms. In business, it is better to ask 'Could you explain the reason?' instead of just 'Why?'.
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Politeness
Always add 'desu ka' to be safe.
Meaning
Asking for a reason.
💡
Politeness
Always add 'desu ka' to be safe.
Test Yourself
Which is the most polite?
How to ask 'Why?' to a boss?
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: なぜですか？
It is the most formal and polite option.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Which is the most polite?
Choose
A1
How to ask 'Why?' to a boss?
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: なぜですか？
It is the most formal and polite option.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it sounds too formal.
Related Phrases
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どうしてですか
synonymWhy is it?
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