Cool MateMeaning of Say why
To explain the reasoning or cause behind something.
In simple words: To explain the reason for something.
Say why in a sentence
- Can you say why you made that decision?
- She didn’t say why she was upset.
- I always ask my students to say why they chose their answers.
- It’s important to say why we need to change the plan.
- Could you please say why that approach is better?
How to use Say why
Use 'say why' in discussions or explanations. It's not appropriate for very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
say + why + clause
Memory hint
Think of 'say why' as sharing your thoughts; imagine a friend asking for reasons.
Related words
Collocations with Say why
- say why you believe
- say why it matters
- say why you disagree
- say why you think so
Common mistakes with Say why
- Confusing with 'tell why'; 'say' is used for direct speech.
- Using 'saying why' instead of 'say why'.
Say why appears in
Say why in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
قل السبب
لشرح سبب شيء ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কারণটা বলো
কোনো কিছুর কারণ ব্যাখ্যা করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Sag warum
Den Grund für etwas erklären.
- SpanishEspañol
Di por qué
Explicar la razón de algo.
- Persianفارسی
بگو چرا
دلیل چیزی را توضیح بده.
- FrenchFrançais
Dire pourquoi
Expliquer la raison de quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कारण बताओ
किसी चीज़ का कारण समझाना।
- ItalianItaliano
Spiega perché
Spiegare il motivo di qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Dizer o porquê
Explicar a razão de algo.
- RussianРусский
Объясни почему
Объяснить причину чего-либо.
- Urduاردو
وجہ بتاؤ
کسی چیز کی وجہ بتانا۔
- Chinese中文
说出原因
解释某事的原因。
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Frequently asked questions about Say why
What does Say why mean?
To explain the reason for something.
What is the definition of Say why?
To explain the reasoning or cause behind something.
How do you use Say why in a sentence?
Can you say why you made that decision?
Can you give another example of Say why?
She didn’t say why she was upset.
What are synonyms for Say why?
Common alternatives include explain, clarify, justify, elucidate, detail.
What words go with Say why?
It commonly pairs with say why you believe, say why it matters, say why you disagree, say why you think so.
What are common mistakes when using Say why?
Confusing with 'tell why'; 'say' is used for direct speech. Using 'saying why' instead of 'say why'.
How do you pronounce Say why?
US: //seɪ waɪ//, UK: //seɪ waɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Say why?
Use 'say why' in discussions or explanations. It's not appropriate for very formal writing.