Danish · Question Words
Hvorfor
Why
Beginneradverb
Definition
Used to ask about a reason.
Example
Hvorfor lærer du dansk?
Why are you learning Danish?
Etymology
'Hvorfor' comes from the Old Norse 'hvers vegna', which translates as 'of what reason'. It has transitioned to mean 'why' in modern Danish.
How & Where It’s Used
'Hvorfor' is typically used in informal and formal contexts, commonly appearing in both spoken and written Danish.