French phrase

Comment se fait ~ ?

Meaning

Why does ___ happen?

When to use it

A way to ask why something has happened. It often conveys surprise or dissatisfaction.

Example dialogue

Comment se fait ce retard ?

Why does this delay happen?

Il y a eu un incident sur la ligne, désolé.

There was an incident on the line, sorry.

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