How to Pronounce "whys"
word
ˈhwaɪz/, /ˈwaɪz
WHYZ or HWYZ
wˈaɪz
WHYZ
Definition
The plural of 'why'; refers to the reasons or explanations for something, often spoken about in a general or abstract way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwaɪz/, /ˈwaɪz
British English
wˈaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WHYZ or HWYZ
UK
WHYZ
Listen in Context
The teacher explained the whys of the experiment.
She did not understand the whys of his decision.
We discussed the whys and hows of the new plan.
You can't just tell me what to do without explaining the whys behind it.