Correspondían (en. Correspond)
/ko.res.pon.'djan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
Indicates that something was suitable or should correspond to another thing.
The obligations that corresponded to each one were clearly defined.
Las obligaciones que correspondían a cada uno estaban claramente definidas.
Expresses a relationship of similarity or equivalence between objects or people.
The rights that corresponded to him were discussed in the meeting.
Los derechos que le correspondían fueron discutidos en la reunión.
Refers to something that belonged to or was the responsibility of someone.
The tasks that corresponded to him remained unfinished.
Las tareas que a él le correspondían quedaron sin completar.
Etymology
It derives from the verb 'corresponder', which comes from the Latin 'correspondere', meaning 'to respond jointly'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
what is appropriate
it refers to what is just or necessary in a situation.
lo que corresponde
correspond to someone
it indicates that there is an obligation or right over something.
corresponder a alguien
corresponded to their responsibilities
it means that they fulfilled their assigned duties.
correspondían a sus responsabilidades
Related Words
corresponder
Verb that means to have a relationship or connection with something.
corresponder
correspondencia
Noun that refers to the exchange of letters and messages between people.
correspondencia
correspondiente
Adjective that describes something that is suitable or belongs to something specific.
correspondiente
Slang Meanings
Mutual feelings or vibes.
He knew she liked him, but he wasn't sure if his feelings were mutual.
Sabía que le gustaba, pero no estaba seguro si le correspondían igual.
Fair treatment or response.
We did them a favor, but they didn’t correspond with anything in return.
Les hicimos un favor, pero no nos correspondían con nada a cambio.
Owed respect or recognition.
After so much effort, in the end, he received the credit he deserved.
Después de tanto esfuerzo, al final le correspondían con el crédito que merecía.