| 词组 | why and why not |
| 释义 | Contents overview why and why not630 why and why not1repliesWe generally use Why not?, not Why?, in short replies to negative statements. Compare:'They've decided to move to Devon.''Why?''I can't manage tomorrow evening.''Why not?' (More natural than Why?)Why not? can also be used to agree to a suggestion.'Let's eat out this evening.''Yes, why not?'2Why should …?A structure with why followed by should can suggest surprise.I wonder why she should want to go out with me.The structure can also suggest anger or refusal to do something.I don't see why we should have to pay for your mistake.'Give me a cigarette.''Why should I?'For a similar structure with how, 303.2.3infinitive structuresWhy can be followed by an infinitive without to. This structure can suggest that an action is unnecessary or pointless.Why argue with him? He'll never change his mind. (not Why arguing …?) or Why to argue …?Why pay more at other shops? We have the best value.Why not + infinitive without to is used to make suggestions.'Sandy's in a bad mood.''Why not give her some flowers?'Why don't …? can be used in the same way.Why don't you give her some flowers?Why don't we go and see Julie?Previous Next |
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