どうして来ませんでしたか。
Meaning in EnglishWhy did you not come?
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N5
〜ませんか
masen ka
Polite invitation using negative question form, equivalent to wont you do something with me
N5
〜ます
masu
Used at the end of verbs, polite present or future form, makes the sentence more polite
N5
〜です
desu
Used at the end of a sentence, polite affirmative form, means to be depending on context
N4
〜ので
node
Indicates cause or reason in a softer way than kara, connects two clauses, often used in polite explanations
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〜し
shi
Indicates multiple reasons or qualities, connects clauses or adjectives, means besides that, and also
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〜で
de
Indicates where an action happens, means used, tool, cause, or material depending on context
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〜か
ka
Marks a question, alternative, or uncertainty, appears at the sentence end or between options