Why in Portuguese

Definition

Definition in EnglishThe question word that asks for the reason or cause of something (Why are you late?).

Definition in PortuguesePergunta pelo motivo ou pela causa; no fim da frase, escreve-se "por quê".

Example sentences

• Por que você está atrasado?🔊

  Why are you late?

• Por que você quer saber?🔊

  Why do you ask?

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