the reason why

the reason why(
thuh
 
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zihn
 
way
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. la razón por la que
The reason why this is on sale is because it is for cool weather and summer starts next week.La razón por la que esto está en oferta es porque es para el clima fresco y comienza el verano la próxima semana.
b. la razón por la cual
The reason why you were chosen to lead the group is because everyone respects you.La razón por la cual fuiste escogido para dirigir el grupo es porque todos te respetan.
c. el motivo por el que
Can someone explain the reason why I have to make the bed every day?¿Alguien me puede explicar el motivo por el que tengo que tender la cama todos los días?
d. el motivo por el cual
He didn't understand the reason why he had been detained.No entendía el motivo por el cual había sido detenido.
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