Meaning
"Is that why you"는 상대방의 행동이나 결정에 대한 이유를 추측하거나 확인할 때 사용하는 표현입니다. 이 구문은 대화에서 상대방이 어떤 일을 한 이유를 알고 싶을 때 유용합니다.
예를 들어, 친구가 갑자기 다이어트를 시작했다고 말했을 때, "Is that why you stopped eating sweets?"라고 물어볼 수 있습니다. 여기서 이 표현은 "그래서 네가 단 것을 끊은 거야?"와 같이 상대방의 행동과 그 이유를 연결합니다.
일상 대화에서 "Is that why you"는 상대방의 행동의 배경을 이해하고자 할 때 자주 사용되며, 대화의 흐름을 자연스럽게 이어가도록 도와줍니다. 상대방의 설명이나 이유를 듣고 그에 대한 확인을 할 때 매우 유용한 표현입니다.
이 표현을 사용할 때는 상대방의 기분이나 상황을 고려하여 부드럽게 질문하는 것이 중요합니다. 상대방이 오해하지 않도록, 질문의 의도가 단순한 확인임을 명확히 하는 것이 좋습니다.
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.
그게 제가 그만둔 가장 큰 이유예요.
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.
모든 일이 잘 풀리기를 바랍니다.
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.
저는 맛을 조합하고 그것을 예술적으로 표현하는 도전을 사랑합니다.
Is that why you became a chef?
Situation 2
I love cooking.
I like to experiment when I’m home.
집에 있을 때 실험하는 것을 좋아합니다.
Is that why you became a chef?
Yes, it is.
I’d love to cook for you sometime.
언젠가 당신을 위해 요리를 하고 싶어요.
Really?
That would be great!
그거 좋겠어요!
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.
오늘은 업무 관련 행사에 갈 예정입니다.
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?
네가 가장 좋아했던 이벤트는 뭐였어?
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.
제 꿈은 투수가 되어 메이저 리그에서 뛰는 것입니다.
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?
