Hindi · Question Words
क्यों
kyon
Why
Beginneradverb
Definition
Used to ask about a reason.
Example
तुम हिंदी क्यों सीख रहे हो?
Why are you learning Hindi?
Etymology
'क्यों' (kyon) can be traced back to the Sanskrit word 'किमर्थम्' (kimartham), which translates to 'for what reason'. The term has evolved to retain its critical questioning role.
How & Where It’s Used
Kyon is predominantly used in spoken Hindi, although it appears in writing as well. It is commonly used in informal contexts but is understood in formal discussions too.