B2 Collocation 격식체

Responder a un reto

Respond to a challenge

To act in response to a difficult situation or task.

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문화적 배경

In Spain, the concept of 'pundonor' (a contraction of 'punto de honor') is often linked to 'responder a un reto'. It refers to a person's self-esteem and their drive to not let themselves or others down in difficult times. Mexican culture often emphasizes 'resiliencia' in the face of adversity. 'Responder a un reto' is frequently used in motivational speeches and social commentary to describe the spirit of the people. In Argentina, where intellectual debate is highly valued, 'responder a un reto' can often refer to an intellectual or rhetorical challenge in a public forum or academic setting. In Chile, the phrase is common in the context of social and economic development, reflecting the country's history of overcoming geographical and structural challenges.

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Use it in Interviews

It's a powerful 'power verb' phrase for your CV or interviews to show you are proactive.

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Don't forget the 'A'

Dropping the 'a' is the most common mistake for English speakers. Always 'responder A'.

To act in response to a difficult situation or task.

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Use it in Interviews

It's a powerful 'power verb' phrase for your CV or interviews to show you are proactive.

⚠️

Don't forget the 'A'

Dropping the 'a' is the most common mistake for English speakers. Always 'responder A'.

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Pair with 'Saber'

Using 'saber responder' (to know how to respond) adds a layer of perceived intelligence and skill to your description.

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Reto vs Desafío

In Spain, 'reto' is very common. In some Latin American countries, 'desafío' might feel slightly more natural in casual speech, but both are understood.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing preposition and article.

El equipo de rescate supo responder _______ reto de la tormenta.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: al

We use 'a' + 'el' = 'al' because 'reto' is masculine and requires the preposition 'a'.

Which sentence is the most natural for a formal business report?

Select the best option:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: La empresa supo responder al reto del mercado.

'Responder al reto' is the standard formal collocation for business success.

Complete the dialogue with the correct form of the verb 'responder'.

Juan: 'Fue un examen muy difícil.' María: 'Sí, pero tú _________ muy bien al reto.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: respondiste

The preterite 'respondiste' is used for a completed action in the past.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Situation: A scientist finds a cure for a new virus.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Respondió al reto científico.

Finding a cure is a classic example of rising to a significant challenge.

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시각 학습 자료

Responder vs. Contestar

Responder a un reto
Acción Action
Situación difícil Difficult situation
Contestar una pregunta
Palabras Words
Información Information

Synonyms by Formality

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Formal

  • Responder al desafío
  • Estar a la altura
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Informal

  • Dar la talla
  • Ponerse las pilas

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the missing preposition and article. Fill Blank B1

El equipo de rescate supo responder _______ reto de la tormenta.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: al

We use 'a' + 'el' = 'al' because 'reto' is masculine and requires the preposition 'a'.

Which sentence is the most natural for a formal business report? Choose B2

Select the best option:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: La empresa supo responder al reto del mercado.

'Responder al reto' is the standard formal collocation for business success.

Complete the dialogue with the correct form of the verb 'responder'. dialogue_completion B1

Juan: 'Fue un examen muy difícil.' María: 'Sí, pero tú _________ muy bien al reto.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: respondiste

The preterite 'respondiste' is used for a completed action in the past.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A2

Situation: A scientist finds a cure for a new virus.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Respondió al reto científico.

Finding a cure is a classic example of rising to a significant challenge.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

12 질문

No exactamente. 'Aceptar' es decir que sí lo vas a hacer. 'Responder' implica que ya estás actuando o que has tenido éxito.

Gramaticalmente es incorrecto en este contexto. Siempre debes usar la preposición 'a'.

Son casi sinónimos. 'Desafío' a veces suena un poco más épico o literario, mientras que 'reto' es muy común en el día a día y el trabajo.

Generalmente tiene una connotación positiva de éxito, pero puedes decir que alguien 'no supo responder al reto' para indicar un fracaso.

Es neutral-formal. Es perfecta para el trabajo, las noticias o un examen de español, pero no es demasiado rígida para una charla seria con amigos.

En España se usa mucho 'dar la talla' o 'dar el callo' (trabajar duro).

Sí, pero eso significa contestarle verbalmente. Para el significado de 'rise to the challenge', el objeto debe ser una situación o un reto.

Sí, es una expresión universal en el mundo hispanohablante.

El pretérito indefinido (respondió) y el infinitivo (hay que responder) son los más frecuentes.

Sí, aunque 'reto' ya implica dificultad, añadir 'difícil' o 'grande' enfatiza la magnitud del logro.

Sí, es muy común en correos profesionales para hablar de objetivos cumplidos.

Podría ser 'fracasar ante un reto' o 'no estar a la altura'.

관련 표현

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Estar a la altura

similar

To be up to the task

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Aceptar el desafío

builds on

To accept the challenge

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Dar la talla

synonym

To measure up

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Hacer frente a

similar

To face/confront

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Superar un obstáculo

similar

To overcome an obstacle

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