French phrase
Pourquoi voulez-vous ~ ?
Meaning
Why do you want to ___?
When to use it
Politely asks why someone wants to do something. It is somewhat more formal than everyday conversation and can check the reason for a personal plan.
Example dialogue
Pourquoi voulez-vous acheter une voiture ?
Why do you want to buy a car?
Pour me déplacer plus facilement au quotidien.
To get around more easily in my daily life.