Italian Word · Intermediate
rispondere
to answer / to respond
Pronunciation: rees-PON-deh-reh
Meaning
To say or write something as a reaction to someone or something.
Example
Devo rispondere a questa email prima di mezzogiorno.
I need to answer this email before noon.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice rispondere out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level Italian word.