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    Répondait (en. Answered)

    /ʁe.pɔ̃.dɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    The action of providing an answer to a question or a request.
    He always responded to emails quickly.
    Il répondait toujours aux courriels rapidement.
    To demonstrate a reaction to something.
    She finally responded to his provocations.
    Elle répondait enfin à ses provocations.
    To be in agreement or in compliance with an expectation.
    This solution met the needs of the clients.
    Cette solution répondait aux besoins des clients.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'respondere', which means 'to respond'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to answer a call
    Reacting or providing an answer to someone who calls.
    répondre à un appel
    to respond in kind
    Reacting quickly and appropriately.
    répondre du tac au tac
    to meet expectations
    Corresponding to what is hoped for or required.
    répondre aux attentes

    Related Words

    response
    The result or action of responding.
    réponse
    respondent
    A person who answers a question or request.
    répondant

    Slang Meanings

    Respond quickly.
    He is always there; he responds on the spot.
    Il est toujours là, il répondait au quart de tour.
    To have an immediate reaction.
    She responded like a reflex.
    Elle répondait comme un réflexe.