VocabJLPT N1
reply
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. reply (e.g. email, fax, letter)
  2. 2. answer
A noun and verb meaning to reply or respond to a message, letter, or email. It is commonly used in written communication contexts, such as texting or email, when acknowledging or answering someone's message.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Hey, did you actually read my question before you replied?

Sentence 2

The accident investigation committee sent a written reply to the bereaved families' request.

Sentence 3

I sent "For real?" and got a reply back in seconds!

Sentence 4

He replied "bad signal right now" — which seems a little suspicious.

Sentence 5

If no reply is received by the deadline, the reservation will be cancelled.