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answer in Japanese

answer in Japanese is 返事, 返答, 解答 — answer means a reply given to a question, or a solution to a problem.

answer in Japanese

返事
noun
Pronounced: henji
A response or reply; something said or done in reaction to a statement or question.
返答
noun
Pronounced: hentō
A response or reply; something said or done in reaction to a statement or question.
解答
noun
Pronounced: kaitō
A solution to a problem.
答え
noun
Pronounced: kotae
(legal) A document filed in response to a complaint, responding to each point raised in the complaint and raising counterpoints.
回答
noun
Pronounced: kaitō
(legal) A document filed in response to a complaint, responding to each point raised in the complaint and raising counterpoints.
応答
noun
Pronounced: ōtō
(legal) A document filed in response to a complaint, responding to each point raised in the complaint and raising counterpoints.
答える
verb
Pronounced: kotaeru
(ambitransitive) To suit a need or purpose satisfactorily.
答える
verb
Pronounced: kotaeru
返事
verb
Pronounced: henji

What does "answer" mean?

  1. noun A reply given to a question, or a solution to a problem.
    "She gave a quick answer to the teacher's question."
  2. verb To give a reply, especially to a question, letter, or call.
    "He answered the phone on the second ring."
  3. verb To be accountable or responsible for something, often to someone in authority.
    "He'll have to answer to the board for the missed deadline."

answer in a sentence

  • She gave a quick answer to the teacher's question.
  • They still hadn't found an answer to the budget shortfall.
  • He answered the phone on the second ring.
  • She answered every question calmly during the interview.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "answer" in Japanese?

"answer" in Japanese is 返事, 返答, 解答. answer means: A reply given to a question, or a solution to a problem.

How do you pronounce 返事?

"answer" in Japanese is 返事, pronounced "henji".

How do you use "answer" in a sentence?

Example: "She gave a quick answer to the teacher's question." In Japanese, "answer" is 返事, 返答, 解答.

Are there other ways to say "answer" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 7 translations listed for "answer": 返事, 返答, 解答, 答え, 回答, 応答.

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