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There really isn't a reason, the language formed without it.

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The letter "w" is not originally part of the Spanish alphabet because it does not have many native Spanish words that use it. However, it is still used in some loanwords and foreign names that have been incorporated into the Spanish language.

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Q: What is the reason for why the letter w does not exist in the Spanish alphabet?
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