Responder
Example: Ela sabe responder rapidamente às perguntas da prova.
Definition
"Responder" means to reply or answer, especially in the context of addressing questions, requests, or statements. It involves providing a verbal or written reaction, as in the example phrase: 'She knows how to respond quickly to exam questions.'
Etymology
The word "responder" comes from the Latin 'respondere,' which means 'to answer' or 'to promise in return.' It is composed of 're-' meaning 'back' and 'spondere' meaning 'to pledge.' Did you know that 'respondere' is the root of many related words in English, such as 'respond' and 'responsible'?
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