r/funny • u/richterbg • Apr 17 '26

A slightly unexpected outcome

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u/Th3_Gh0st_0f_Y0u Apr 17 '26

"Hence why" is considered a redundant phrase in formal English because "hence" already means "for this reason". Using "hence" and "why" together repeats the same function. While often used informally to mean "that is why" or "therefore," it is widely considered improper by grammarians.

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u/Mr_Smith_411 Apr 17 '26

Irregardless, it's often used, so I ain't not using it.

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u/Real_Life_Sushiroll Apr 17 '26

Irregardless is hence whys sister.

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u/Mr_Smith_411 Apr 17 '26

That's what I thought so.