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    Contestaban (en. They answered)

    /kon̪tesˈtaβan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To answer a question or provide a solution to a doubt.
    The students answered the exam questions confidently.
    Los alumnos contestaban las preguntas del examen con seguridad.
    To react to a comment or situation.
    They responded to criticisms with solid arguments.
    Contestaban a las críticas con argumentos sólidos.
    To express an opinion or decision in response to someone.
    In the meeting, they answered the proposals constructively.
    En la reunión, contestaban a las propuestas de manera constructiva.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'contestare', meaning 'to answer or make answer'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    they answered whoever asked them
    They responded to anyone who asked them a question.
    contestaban a quien les preguntaba
    they answered as if they knew
    They responded confidently, even though they were not sure.
    contestaban como si supieran
    they answered evasively
    They responded without giving a clear or direct answer.
    contestaban de manera evasiva

    Related Words

    answer
    To give an answer to something.
    contestar
    response
    What is said or done in response to something.
    respuesta
    question
    An expression that seeks to obtain information.
    pregunta
    discussion
    Exchange of ideas or viewpoints.
    discusión

    Slang Meanings

    To respond quickly.
    When I asked him, they answered instantly.
    Cuando le pregunté, me contestaban al instante.
    To give an unexpected answer.
    Her answer was so unexpected that everyone was surprised.
    Su contestación fue tan inesperada que todos se sorprendieron.