English–French

“answer” in French

French

Alsorépondre

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁepɔ̃s/

Example

Je n'ai pas encore reçu de réponse.

I haven't received an answer yet.

Illustration for réponse (answer)

How to say “answer” in French

“Answer” in French is réponse.

A response is the return message that addresses what someone has asked, suggested, or requested.

Full entry for réponse: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with réponse

As-tu reçu une réponse de sa part?

Did you receive a reply from them?

Tips for using réponse

  • French uses répondre à for the person or matter addressed, as in répondre à une question, not répondre une question.

Other French words for “answer”

Peux-tu répondre à ma question ?

Can you answer my question?

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