返事する
へんじする·henji suru
Meaning
to reply; to answer
Formality
Neutral
Nuance & Usage
返事する means giving a response to a call, message, question, or request. It is common in spoken and written communication.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 返事する and 答える. 返事する is general replying, while 答える is more specifically answering a question/problem.
Example Sentences (3)
1
メールには今日中に返事します。
めーるにはきょうじゅうにへんじします。
I will reply to the email by today.
Business
2
先生に名前を呼ばれたら、返事してください。
せんせいになまえをよばれたら、へんじしてください。
When the teacher calls your name, please answer.
3
すぐ返事できなくて、すみません。
すぐへんじできなくて、すみません。
Sorry I could not reply immediately.
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