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Key Expressions and Meanings
This episode features expressions used to address situations where someone didn’t reply or respond. It’s a common phrase used in conversations when someone is curious or frustrated about a lack of response.
Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)
Expression 1: なんで返事してくれなかったの?
| Japanese | なんで返事してくれなかったの? |
|---|---|
| English (US) | Why didn’t you reply? |
| English (UK) | Why didn’t you reply? |
| Korean | 왜 답장 안 했어? |
| Hindi | जवाब क्यों नहीं दिया? |
| French | Pourquoi n’as-tu pas répondu ? |
| German | Warum hast du nicht geantwortet? |
| Spanish | ¿Por qué no respondiste? |
| Portuguese (BR) | Por que você não respondeu? |
| Italian | Perché non hai risposto? |
| Dutch | Waarom heb je niet geantwoord? |
| Vietnamese | Tại sao bạn không trả lời? |
| Thai | ทำไมไม่ตอบกลับ? |
Meaning & Usage
- なんで返事してくれなかったの?: This expression is used when asking why someone didn’t reply to you. It can be used in a casual or slightly frustrated tone.
Example Sentence
- なんで返事してくれなかったの?: “なんで返事してくれなかったの? ずっと待ってたのに。” (Why didn’t you reply? I’ve been waiting for so long.)
Final Note
This episode introduces a phrase often used in personal conversations when feeling ignored or wondering about a lack of communication. Mastering this expression will help you express frustration or curiosity in a natural and common way.
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