neodpovídá

Neodpovídá is a Czech verb form derived from odpovídat (to answer, to respond) with the negative prefix ne-. It is used in the present tense for the third person singular, meaning “he/she/it does not answer” or “is not responding.” In broader, non-personal contexts it can also mean “does not correspond” or “does not match” when comparing things such as data, statements, or expectations.

Usage and meanings

In everyday language, neodpovídá is most often applied to situations where someone fails to reply to a question or message. Common constructions include neodpovídá na otázku (does not answer the question) or neodpovídá na e‑mail (does not reply to the email). The phrase can also describe a mismatch between information and reality, for example neodpovídá skutečnosti (does not correspond to reality) or výsledky neodpovídají očekáváním (the results do not match expectations).

Grammatical notes

Neodpovídá appears with subjects in the 3rd person singular and can be negated with ne- to form present-tense statements. The verb works with various prepositions depending on meaning: odpovídat na (to answer to/to respond to) or odpovídat podle (to correspond to/according to). In formal writing, neodpovídá is used to convey a lack of response or a lack of conformity in a neutral, factual way.

Examples

- Politika neodpovídá na otázky novinářů. (The politician does not answer the journalists’ questions.)

- Výsledky neodpovídají očekáváním. (The results do not meet expectations.)