در ۱۵ ثانیه
- The standard Chinese word for replying to messages or emails.
- Works as both a verb (to reply) and a noun (a response).
- Essential for business etiquette and daily digital communication.
معنی
This is your go-to word for getting back to someone. It covers everything from a quick text reply to a formal email response.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Texting a friend about plans
看到请回复我。
Please reply to me when you see this.
In a professional email
期待您的回复。
I look forward to your reply.
Apologizing for a delay
抱歉，回复晚了。
Sorry for the late reply.
زمینه فرهنگی
In the hyper-connected world of Chinese social media, 'huifu' is more than a verb; it's a social contract. Promptly replying to messages is seen as a core part of 'mianzi' (face) and maintaining relationships. Interestingly, the character 'fu' (复) originally meant to walk back and forth, symbolizing the exchange of information.
The 'One-Character' Rule
With close friends, you can just say `回我` (Huí wǒ) instead of `回复我`. It's faster and sounds more intimate.
Don't confuse with Answer
If someone asks 'What is 2+2?', use `回答` (huídá). If someone sends you a letter, use `回复` (huífù).
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- The standard Chinese word for replying to messages or emails.
- Works as both a verb (to reply) and a noun (a response).
- Essential for business etiquette and daily digital communication.
What It Means
回复 is the standard way to say "to reply" or "to respond." It is a very versatile verb. You use it when you answer a message. You use it when you return a call. It implies a two-way flow of communication. Think of it as the digital-age version of a conversation starter.
How To Use It
You usually put the person or the message after it. For example, you can 回复他 (reply to him). You can also 回复邮件 (reply to an email). It works perfectly as a noun too. If you are waiting for an answer, you are waiting for a 回复. It is snappy and clear. Use it when you want to sound organized.
When To Use It
Use it in your daily digital life. It is perfect for WeChat messages. It is the standard for business emails. If a boss asks for an update, you 回复. If a friend asks about dinner, you 回复. It feels active and polite. It shows you are paying attention to the other person.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use it for physical actions. You don't 回复 a gift; you 感谢 (thank) for it. Don't use it for simple spoken "answers" in a classroom. For a teacher's question, 回答 is better. 回复 usually implies a medium like text or mail. Using it for a face-to-face chat might sound a bit robotic.
Cultural Background
In China, fast replies are a sign of respect. This is especially true on WeChat. Leaving someone "on read" is considered quite cold. The term 回复 has become more popular with the rise of technology. It replaced older, more formal terms for letter-writing. It reflects the fast-paced nature of modern Chinese life.
Common Variations
You will often see 速回 (reply ASAP) in urgent texts. In formal settings, people say 期待您的回复 (looking forward to your reply). If you are too busy, you might say 稍后回复 (reply later). These variations help you control the tempo of your day. They keep your social harmony intact without stressing you out.
نکات کاربردی
While neutral, `回复` is the most common term in digital communication. Avoid using it for verbal answers to simple questions (use `回答` instead).
The 'One-Character' Rule
With close friends, you can just say `回我` (Huí wǒ) instead of `回复我`. It's faster and sounds more intimate.
Don't confuse with Answer
If someone asks 'What is 2+2?', use `回答` (huídá). If someone sends you a letter, use `回复` (huífù).
The 'Mianzi' Factor
In Chinese business culture, not replying is often seen as a 'soft no' or a sign of disapproval. Silence speaks volumes!
مثالها
6看到请回复我。
Please reply to me when you see this.
A common way to nudge a friend for an answer.
期待您的回复。
I look forward to your reply.
The standard way to end a formal business message.
抱歉，回复晚了。
Sorry for the late reply.
A polite way to acknowledge you took too long.
你是在轮回吗？怎么不回复？
Are you in a cycle of reincarnation? Why no reply?
A joke implying the person has been gone for a lifetime.
我还在等公司的回复。
I am still waiting for the company's response.
Here, it is used as a noun meaning 'response'.
收到，稍后回复你。
Received, I will reply to you later.
Great for when you are busy but want to be polite.
خودت رو بسنج
Choose the correct word to complete the professional email closing.
期待您的___。
`回复` is the standard term for a reply to a message or email, whereas `回答` is for answering a specific question.
How do you tell a friend to text you back?
记得___我。
`回复` means to reply. `回去` means to go back, and `复习` means to review.
🎉 امتیاز: /2
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Formality of 'Reply'
Short, very casual, used in quick texts.
回我一下
Standard, neutral, safe for all situations.
请回复邮件
Formal, official, often used by organizations.
给予正式答复
Where to use 回复
WeChat Texting
回复微信
Business Email
回复邮件
Phone Call
回复电话
Customer Service
等待回复
بانک تمرین
2 تمرینها期待您的___。
`回复` is the standard term for a reply to a message or email, whereas `回答` is for answering a specific question.
记得___我。
`回复` means to reply. `回去` means to go back, and `复习` means to review.
🎉 امتیاز: /2
سوالات متداول
11 سوال回复 is for replying to messages or letters. 回答 is for answering a specific question or inquiry, like in a test or an interview.
Yes, but it usually refers to a previous message. For example, 'I'm replying to your text from earlier' would use 回复.
It is neutral. It is perfectly fine for both a text to your mom and an email to a CEO.
You can simply say 回我 (huí wǒ). It is very common in texting.
It means 'Reply ASAP.' You see this in urgent work messages or when friends are waiting for you to pick a restaurant.
Yes! You can say 我在等你的回复 (I am waiting for your reply).
Yes, 答复 (dáfù) is more formal and often used for official decisions or corporate statements.
Use the phrase 抱歉，回复晚了 (Bàoqiàn, huífù wǎn le). It is the standard polite apology.
Yes, 回复电话 means to return a call that you missed.
Not at all. A 回复 can be a single emoji or a ten-page report.
There isn't a direct opposite verb, but 不理 (bù lǐ) means to ignore someone's message.
عبارات مرتبط
回答
To answer (a question)
回信
To reply to a letter/email
响应
To respond/react to a call or movement
反馈
Feedback
