Replied: meaning, definitions and examples
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replied
[ rɪˈplaɪd ]
past action
Replied is the past tense of the verb 'reply', which means to answer or respond to a question, statement, or request. It can indicate any type of communication, such as verbal, written, or electronic. A reply can vary in formality depending on the context. Typically, it entails addressing the original message or inquiry in some constructive way. This term is commonly used in both personal interactions and professional correspondence.
Synonyms
answered, rejoined, responded, retorted.
Examples of usage
- She replied to my email promptly.
- He replied with a thoughtful response.
- They replied to the invitation.
- The student replied to the teacher's question.
Translations
Translations of the word "replied" in other languages:
🇵🇹 respondeu
🇮🇳 उत्तर दिया
🇩🇪 antwortete
🇮🇩 menjawab
🇺🇦 відповів
🇵🇱 odpowiedział
🇯🇵 返事をした
🇫🇷 a répondu
🇪🇸 respondió
🇹🇷 cevap verdi
🇰🇷 답변했다
🇸🇦 ردّ
🇨🇿 odpověděl
🇸🇰 odpovedal
🇨🇳 回应了
🇸🇮 odgovoril
🇮🇸 svaraði
🇰🇿 жауап берді
🇬🇪 პასუხი გასცა
🇦🇿 cavab verdi
🇲🇽 respondió
Etymology
The word 'reply' originates from the Latin 'plicare', meaning 'to fold', through the Old French 'respleier', which means 'to fold back or return'. This evolution reflects the act of turning back or responding. Initially, 'reply' indicated a return to an argument or a point within a discussion. By the Middle English period, it had transformed into a more straightforward meaning of responding to questions or requests. The usage of 'replied' emerged to signify the past action of this process, capturing the concept of interaction and dialogue across various forms of communication.