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UK//waɪ ˈdɪdnt juː//US//waɪ ˈdɪdnt ju//

Meaning of Why didn't you

A question asking for the reason someone did not take an action.

In simple words: A way to ask why someone did not do something.

Why didn't you in a sentence

  • Why didn't you finish your homework?
  • I wondered, why didn't you come to the party?
  • She asked, 'Why didn't you tell me sooner?'
  • Why didn't you buy the tickets in advance?
  • He said, 'Why didn't you ask for help?'

How to use Why didn't you

Used when seeking an explanation, typically in conversational contexts. Can imply surprise or disappointment.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a curious detective asking, 'Why didn't you solve the case?'

Related words

Collocations with Why didn't you

  • why didn't you come
  • why didn't you try
  • why didn't you say

Synonyms for Why didn't you

  • What stopped you
  • Why didn't you do
  • What prevented you

Common mistakes with Why didn't you

  • Omitting 'you' in the question.
  • Using 'did' instead of 'didn't'.
  • Not recognizing it as a rhetorical question.

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Frequently asked questions about Why didn't you

What does Why didn't you mean?

A way to ask why someone did not do something.

What is the definition of Why didn't you?

A question asking for the reason someone did not take an action.

How do you use Why didn't you in a sentence?

Why didn't you finish your homework?

Can you give another example of Why didn't you?

I wondered, why didn't you come to the party?

What are synonyms for Why didn't you?

Common alternatives include What stopped you, Why didn't you do, What prevented you.

What words go with Why didn't you?

It commonly pairs with why didn't you come, why didn't you try, why didn't you say.

What are common mistakes when using Why didn't you?

Omitting 'you' in the question. Using 'did' instead of 'didn't'. Not recognizing it as a rhetorical question.

How do you pronounce Why didn't you?

US: //waɪ ˈdɪdnt ju//, UK: //waɪ ˈdɪdnt juː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Why didn't you?

Used when seeking an explanation, typically in conversational contexts. Can imply surprise or disappointment.