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"Why not" is a form of "why not", a phrase which is often translated as "por qué no". "Sure" is an adjective which is often translated as "seguro". Learn more about the difference between "sure" and "why not" below.
sure(
shuhr
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (certain)
a. seguro
Are you sure that you want to eat another donut?¿Estás seguro de que quieras comer otra dona?
2. (confident)
a. seguro
Michael Jordan stepped onto the court, sure that he could beat Karl Malone.Michael Jordan entró a la cancha, seguro que podría vencer a Karl Malone.
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
3. (certainly)
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
4. (of course)
why not(
way
nat
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. por qué no
Why are you studying on a Friday night? Why not do something fun?¿Por qué estás estudiando el viernes por la noche? ¿Por qué no haces algo divertido?
