Why ( adverb , interjection , noun )

(As an adverb)

Why ( adverb )

For what reason or purpose.

Origin:

Derived from middle english 'whi' meaning 'for what reason'.

Examples:

1. Why did you leave your job?
2. Why do you always do that?
3. Can you explain to me why this happened?
4. Why are you so sad today?
5. Why is the sky blue?

(As an interjection)

Why ( interjection )

For what reason or purpose.

Origin:

Derived from middle english 'whi' meaning 'for what reason'.

Examples:

1. Why did you leave your job?
2. Why do you always do that?
3. Can you explain to me why this happened?
4. Why are you so sad today?
5. Why is the sky blue?

(As a noun)

Why ( noun )

For what reason or purpose.

Origin:

Derived from middle english 'whi' meaning 'for what reason'.

Examples:

1. Why did you leave your job?
2. Why do you always do that?
3. Can you explain to me why this happened?
4. Why are you so sad today?
5. Why is the sky blue?