Why not Meaning in English
expression
ˈhwaɪ/, /ˈwaɪ/ /ˈnɑt
WHY-not
wˈaɪ/ /nˈɒt
WHY-not
Definição
Used to suggest or agree to an idea or possibility, often with a sense of openness or encouragement.
Uso & Nuances
Informal and friendly; used when accepting suggestions or making casual proposals. Often sounds positive and open-minded. Don't use in very formal situations.
Spanish: ¿por qué noPortuguese (BR): por que nãoPortuguese (PT): porque nãoChinese (Simplified): 为什么不Chinese (Traditional): 為什麼不Hindi: क्यों नहींArabic: لِمَ لاBengali: কেন নয় - হ্যাঁ, চলুনRussian: почему бы и нетJapanese: いいじゃない - どうしてダメなのVietnamese: tại sao khôngKorean: 왜 안 돼Turkish: neden olmasınUrdu: کیوں نہیںIndonesian: kenapa tidak
Frases de Exemplo
A: Let's go for ice cream. B: Why not?
basic
If you want to join us, why not?
basic
A: Should we try the new game? B: Why not?
basic
We could take a walk after dinner—why not?
natural
You’re thinking of changing jobs? Why not, if it'll make you happier.
natural
A: Maybe we should just ask her. B: Yeah, why not? It can’t hurt.
natural