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UK//pliːz rɪˈspɒnd//US//pliz rɪˈspɑnd//

Meaning of Please respond

A polite way to ask someone to answer your message.

In simple words: Ask someone to answer you.

Please respond in a sentence

  • I sent you an email last week; please respond.
  • If you have any questions, please respond and I will help you.
  • After the meeting, please respond with your thoughts.
  • Please respond to confirm your attendance at the event.
  • I appreciate your input, so please respond by the end of the day.

How to use Please respond

Used in polite requests for a reply. Suitable for emails and formal messages, but can feel too formal in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine you're waiting for a response, and you say 'Please respond' like a gentle reminder.

Related words

Collocations with Please respond

  • please respond quickly
  • please respond soon
  • please respond by email
  • please respond to this request

Synonyms for Please respond

Common mistakes with Please respond

  • Using 'respond' without 'please' in formal situations.
  • Confusing 'respond' with 'reply' - they can be used interchangeably, but 'respond' feels more formal.
  • Not using 'please' when communicating in a polite context.

Compare Please respond with Acknowledge, Get back

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Frequently asked questions about Please respond

What does Please respond mean?

Ask someone to answer you.

What is the definition of Please respond?

A polite way to ask someone to answer your message.

How do you use Please respond in a sentence?

I sent you an email last week; please respond.

Can you give another example of Please respond?

If you have any questions, please respond and I will help you.

What are synonyms for Please respond?

Common alternatives include kindly reply, please answer, acknowledge, get back, respond back.

What words go with Please respond?

It commonly pairs with please respond quickly, please respond soon, please respond by email, please respond to this request.

What are common mistakes when using Please respond?

Using 'respond' without 'please' in formal situations. Confusing 'respond' with 'reply' - they can be used interchangeably, but 'respond' feels more formal. Not using 'please' when communicating in a polite context.

How do you pronounce Please respond?

US: //pliz rɪˈspɑnd//, UK: //pliːz rɪˈspɒnd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Please respond?

Used in polite requests for a reply. Suitable for emails and formal messages, but can feel too formal in casual conversations.