Meaning
「Is that why you」という表現は、相手が何かをした理由を確認したり推測したりする際に使われます。たとえば、相手が特定の行動をとった理由として、何か以前の出来事や状況が関係しているかを尋ねるときに使われます。
使い方の例:
- 友人が新しいスポーツを始めた理由を聞く場合：「You started playing tennis. Is that why you joined the gym?」これは、「テニスを始めたからジムに通い始めたのですか？」という意味です。
- 誰かが特定の場所に行った理由を知りたい場合：「You went to the bookstore. Is that why you were late?」これは、「本屋に行ったから遅れたのですか？」という意味です。
この表現を使うことで、会話の中で相手の行動の背後にある理由や動機をより明確に理解することができます。
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.
それが私が辞めた一番大きな理由です。
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.
すべてがうまくいくことを願っています。
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.
味を組み合わせる挑戦と、それを美しく盛り付けることが大好きです。
Is that why you became a chef?
Situation 2
I love cooking.
I like to experiment when I’m home.
家にいるときは実験するのが好きです。
Is that why you became a chef?
Yes, it is.
I’d love to cook for you sometime.
いつかあなたのために料理をしたいです。
Really?
That would be great!
それは素晴らしいですね！
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.
今日は仕事のためにイベントに行きます。
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?
あなたの好きなイベントは何でしたか？
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.
私の夢はピッチャーになってメジャーリーグでプレーすることです。
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?
