Spanish phrase

¿Por qué viniste?

Meaning

Why did you come?

When to use it

Direct question asking why a person showed up. Common among friends or family when asking motive, and can feel abrupt in tense situations.

Example dialogue

¿Por qué viniste?

Why did you come?

Vine para ver a María.

I came to visit María.

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