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risposta

/risˈpɔsta/noun · feminineA1
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Meaning

answer, reply, response, feedback

  • answer, reply, response

In a sentence

Aspetto la tua risposta.

I'm waiting for your reply.

Hai già ricevuto una risposta dal professore?

Have you already received an answer from the teacher?

Non so la risposta.

I don't know the answer.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
rispostafeminine · singular
rispostefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Use 'risposta' for both spoken and written replies; 'replica' is more formal or theatrical.
  • Avoid 'risposta' for 'answer' in math (use 'soluzione').
  • Always feminine: 'la risposta', 'le risposte'. No masculine forms.

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