reply
word
/ɹiˈpɫaɪ/
ri-PLY
/ɹɪplˈaɪ/
ri-PLY
Definition
To answer or respond to someone, especially in speech, writing, or electronically. It can also mean a response itself.
Usage & Nuances
'Reply' is neutral and used in both speech and writing. Common collocations: 'reply to an email/message', 'quick reply'. Formal alternatives: 'respond'. Less formal: 'answer'. Used as both verb and noun.
Spanish: responder - contestarPortuguese (BR): responder - replicarPortuguese (PT): responder - replicarChinese (Simplified): 回复 - 回答Chinese (Traditional): 回覆 - 回答Hindi: जवाब देनाArabic: يردBengali: উত্তর - জবাবRussian: ответ - отвечатьJapanese: 返事 - 返信Vietnamese: trả lời - hồi đápKorean: 답장 - 대답Turkish: cevapUrdu: جوابIndonesian: balasan - menjawab
Example Sentences
Please reply to my message.
basic
He did not reply when I asked a question.
basic
I forgot to reply to your email yesterday.
natural
Her reply was short and polite.
basic
You don’t have to reply right away—take your time.
natural
His funny reply made everyone laugh.
natural