Meaning
La phrase anglaise « Is that why you » est utilisée pour demander si une certaine raison ou un certain motif est la cause d'une action ou d'un comportement particulier de la part de la personne à qui vous vous adressez. Cela peut être traduit par « Est-ce pour cela que vous » en français. Cette expression est souvent utilisée dans des conversations pour clarifier ou confirmer la raison derrière une action.
Exemple d'utilisation : Supposons que vous voyez quelqu'un acheter beaucoup de légumes. Vous pourriez demander : « Is that why you are buying so many vegetables? » qui se traduirait par « Est-ce pour cela que vous achetez autant de légumes ? ». Ici, vous cherchez à comprendre si la raison spécifique que vous avez en tête est bien celle qui motive l'action de l'autre personne.
En résumé, « Is that why you » permet de poser des questions concernant la motivation ou la raison derrière une action spécifique, en cherchant à confirmer ou à clarifier cette raison.
Today's Sentences
- Is that why you quit your job?
- Is that why you became a chef?
- Is that why you put your hair up?
- Is that why you’re taking the bus?
- Is that why you want to be an athlete?
- Writer's Note
01
Is that why you quit your job?
Situation 1
I’ve had insomnia for the past year.
Is that why you quit your job?
Yes.
That’s the biggest reason why I quit.
C'est la principale raison pour laquelle j'ai démissionné.
What will you do now?
Situation 2
I just started a business.
Is that why you quit your job?
Yes, I’ve been planning and putting together a business plan for the past year.
Congratulations!
I hope everything goes your way.
J'espère que tout se passe comme vous le souhaitez.
02
Is that why you became a chef?
Situation 1
I love the sauce on this steak!
Sounds like you really like food.
I do.
I love the challenge of putting together flavors and the art of presenting it.
J'aime le défi de marier les saveurs et l'art de les présenter.
Is that why you became a chef?
Situation 2
I love cooking.
I like to experiment when I’m home.
J'aime expérimenter quand je suis à la maison.
Is that why you became a chef?
Yes, it is.
I’d love to cook for you sometime.
J'aimerais beaucoup cuisiner pour vous un de ces jours.
Really?
That would be great!
Ce serait formidable!
03
Is that why you put your hair up?
Situation 1
You look really pretty today.
Thanks.
I’m going to an event for work today.
Je vais à un événement professionnel aujourd'hui.
Is that why you put your hair up?
Yes, I thought it would go well with my dress.
Situation 2
It’s so hot today.
Is that why you put your hair up?
Yea, I can’t stand hair on my neck in 30 degree weather.
Ponytails look good on you!
04
Is that why you’re taking the bus?
Situation 1
My car is a total wreck right now.
Is that why you’re taking the bus?
Yea, no-one could drop me off so I took transit.
I can give you a ride if you need.
Situation 2
I broke my leg yesterday.
Is that why you’re taking the bus?
Yes, I couldn’t drive with this cast on.
I hope you get better soon.
05
Is that why you want to be an athlete?
Situation 1
Did you watch the Olympics?
I did!
What was your favorite event?
Quel a été votre événement préféré ?
I couldn’t take my eyes off skateboarding.
Is that why you want to be an athlete?
Situation 2
I used to love watching baseball with my dad.
Is that why you want to be an athlete?
Yes it is.
My dream is to become a pitcher and play for the Major Leagues.
Mon rêve est de devenir lanceur et de jouer pour les Major Leagues.
I hope your dreams come true!
Writer's Note
We often use the phrase "Is that why" to ask or confirm the reason for someone's actions.
Here are some more examples:
- Is that why you're sad?
- Is that why you're going to see a counselor?
- Is that why she's getting a divorce?
- Is that why he's going back to school?
- Is that why they're moving overseas?
- Is that why we're changing schools?
