What is another word for for what?

Pronunciation: [fɔː wˈɒt] (IPA)

There are various synonyms for the phrase "for what", including "why", "what for", "what reason", "what purpose", "for what reason", "with what intention", and "with what aim". These phrases can be interchangeable in most cases and are commonly used in queries seeking information or clarification. For instance, "Why did you do that?" can be replaced with "For what reason did you do that?" Similarly, "What did you do it for?" can be substituted with "For what purpose did you do it?" Regardless of the phrase used, the underlying intent is to obtain a more precise explanation or justification for an action or decision taken.

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What are the hypernyms for For what?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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