A1 adverb ニュートラル #3,425 よく出る

reply

/rɪˈplaɪ/

To give an answer in speech or writing, especially to a question or a message. In a business context, it usually refers to responding to an email, a letter, or a request.

例文

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1

Did you reply to his text message yet?

Did you answer his text message yet?

2

We request that you reply to this invitation by Monday.

We ask you to respond to this invitation by Monday.

3

Don't forget to reply to my DM!

Don't forget to write back to my direct message!

語族

名詞
reply
Verb
reply
関連
replier
💡

覚え方のコツ

The prefix 'RE-' means 'back' or 'again' (like in 'return'); therefore, a RE-ply is a message you send BACK to someone.

クイックテスト

Please ___ to the manager's email before the end of the day.

正解!

正解は: reply

例文

1

Did you reply to his text message yet?

everyday

Did you answer his text message yet?

2

We request that you reply to this invitation by Monday.

formal

We ask you to respond to this invitation by Monday.

3

Don't forget to reply to my DM!

informal

Don't forget to write back to my direct message!

4

The author failed to reply to the reviewer's comments in the study.

academic

The author did not answer the reviewer's comments in the study.

5

Please reply to all recipients in this email thread.

business

Please answer everyone included in this email chain.

語族

名詞
reply
Verb
reply
関連
replier

よく使う組み合わせ

reply to an email to send an answer back to an email
prompt reply a very quick answer
await a reply to wait for an answer
official reply a formal answer from an organization
quick reply a short and fast response

よく使うフレーズ

in reply to

as an answer to something said or written before

reply all

to send an answer to everyone included in the original email

wait for a reply

to stay in a state of expectation for an answer

よく混同される語

reply vs answer

'Answer' is a general term used for questions and phone calls, whereas 'reply' is slightly more formal and frequently used for written correspondence.

📝

使い方のコツ

When 'reply' is used as a verb with an object, it must be followed by the preposition 'to' (e.g., 'reply to the email').

⚠️

よくある間違い

Learners often omit the word 'to' and say 'I will reply the email' instead of the correct 'I will reply to the email.'

💡

覚え方のコツ

The prefix 'RE-' means 'back' or 'again' (like in 'return'); therefore, a RE-ply is a message you send BACK to someone.

📖

語源

From the Old French word 'replier', which literally means 'to fold back' or 'respond'.

文法パターン

Followed by the preposition 'to' when indicating the recipient or the message being answered. The past tense and past participle form is 'replied'. It can function as both a verb and a noun with the same spelling.
🌍

文化的な背景

In professional Western business environments, replying to emails within 24 hours is seen as a standard sign of politeness and efficiency.

クイックテスト

Please ___ to the manager's email before the end of the day.

正解!

正解は: reply

Businessの関連語

employee

A1

A person who is paid to work for a person or a company. It refers to someone who has a job and receives a salary or wage in return for their labor.

employer

A1

An employer is a person or a company that provides jobs and pays people for their work. They are the party that hires workers and manages the workplace.

desk

A1

A desk is a piece of furniture with a flat surface used for reading, writing, or working on a computer. It often includes drawers for storage and is typically found in offices, schools, or home study areas.

phone

A1

A device used to talk to people who are far away or to send messages and use the internet. In a business context, it is a tool for professional communication with colleagues and clients.

email

A1

A message sent from one computer to another using the internet. It is the most common form of digital communication in both personal and professional environments.

director

A1

A director is a person who is in charge of an organization, a department, or a creative project like a movie. In business, they are high-level leaders who make important decisions for the company's future.

coordinator

A1

A coordinator is a person who organizes different people and tasks to make sure a project or event works well. They act as a link between groups to ensure everyone is working toward the same goal.

intern

A1

An intern is a student or a recent graduate who works at a company for a short time to get experience. They usually do this to learn skills for their future job.

file

A1

A file is a collection of information or data stored together under a specific name. It can be a digital document on a computer or a physical folder used to keep papers organized.

form

A1

A document with blank spaces where you write information such as your name, address, or answers to questions. In business, it is used to collect data, apply for jobs, or order products.

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