Respondiese (en. Respond)
/responˈdiese/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
Answer or give a response to something.
If he would respond to the call, we could clear up the misunderstanding.
Si él respondiese a la llamada, podríamos aclarar el malentendido.
React to a stimulus or situation.
If she would respond to the offer, we would have a new team member.
Si ella respondiese a la oferta, tendríamos un nuevo miembro en el equipo.
Issue a response in a dialogue or discussion.
It is important that he would respond during the meeting.
Es importante que él respondiese durante la reunión.
Etymology
The term 'respondiese' comes from Latin 'respondere', meaning 'to answer' or 'to repay'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
he told me and I didn't respond
Indicates that there was no reaction or response to given information.
me lo dijo y no respondí
I hope you respond soon
Expresses the expectation of receiving a quick response.
espero que respondas pronto
don't respond if you don't want to
Refers to the option of not responding when one does not wish to do so.
no contestes si no quieres
Related Words
response
Action of responding.
respuesta
answer
Give a response to a question.
contestar
reaction
Response to a stimulus.
reacción
Slang Meanings
Respond in an evasive manner.
When asked about his job, he responded evasively.
Cuando le preguntaron sobre su trabajo, respondía con evasivas.
Give a blunt response.
That snub was his way of responding to the criticism.
Ese desaire fue su manera de responder a la crítica.