How to pronounce “responder”
Hear how “responder (to answer / to reply)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | to answer / to reply |
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| Syllables | res · pon · der (3) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a consonant other than n or s stress the last syllable: DER. |
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| IPA | /res.pon.ˈdeɾ/ |
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Tips for English speakers
- The single r is a quick tap, like the "tt" in American English "butter". Don't use an English r.
- The r at the start of a word (or after n, l or s) is rolled: the tip of the tongue flutters against the roof of the mouth.
- Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.
Learn more: Spanish R and RR · Stress and accent marks · Spanish vowels
Example sentences
Responde a la pregunta.Answer the question.
No respondió mi mensaje.He didn't reply to my message.
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