répond

répond is a French verb meaning "to answer" or "to respond." It is a regular -re verb, meaning its conjugation follows a predictable pattern. For example, in the present tense, the verb is conjugated as follows: je réponds, tu réponds, il/elle/on répond, nous répondons, vous répondez, ils/elles répondent. The past participle is répondu.

The verb répond can be used in a variety of contexts, both formal and informal. It can be used to refer to answering a question, responding to a statement, or reacting to an event. For instance, one might say "Il a répondu à ma question" (He answered my question) or "Elle a répondu avec colère" (She responded angrily).

Synonyms for répond include "répliquer" (to retort, to reply), "réagir" (to react), and "contraindre" (to compel, to force, though this is less common and context-dependent). The choice of synonym often depends on the nuance of the response and the desired tone.

The verb répond is an essential part of the French language, frequently used in everyday conversation and written communication. Its versatility allows it to express a wide range of responses, from simple acknowledgments to detailed explanations.