Respuesta (en. Answer)

/resˈpues.ta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Answer to a question.
Her response was clear and direct.
Su respuesta fue clara y directa.
Reaction to a stimulus.
The body's response to exercise is important.
La respuesta del cuerpo al ejercicio es importante.

Etymology

From Latin 'responsa', meaning 'response' or 'answer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

give a response
To answer a question or situation.
dar respuesta
wait for a response
To be awaiting a reply.
esperar respuesta
not have a response
Not knowing what to answer or not having a solution.
no tener respuesta
quick response
An answer given immediately.
respuesta rápida

Related Words

question
A question posed to obtain information.
pregunta
doubt
Uncertainty about something.
duda
request
A petition or request for something.
solicitud

Slang Meanings

Quick or improvised answer.
He gave one of those quick responses.
Le hizo una respuesta de esas que salen al vuelo.
To withstand criticism with a response.
He always has a sharp response for the haters.
Siempre tiene una respuesta afilada para los haters.