Reply Meaning in English
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
Her reply was short and polite.
basic
I forgot to reply to your email yesterday.
natural
You don’t have to reply right away—take your time.
natural
His funny reply made everyone laugh.
natural