initial reply

[ɪˈnɪʃəl rɪˈplaɪ]
nounpl: initial replies
resposta inicial
1. the first response or answer given to a question, message, or request
The initial reply to the email came within two hours.
A resposta inicial ao email chegou em duas horas.
2. an opening statement or reaction to a proposal or inquiry
Her initial reply was cautious but interested.
Sua resposta inicial foi cautelosa mas interessada.
3. the first acknowledgment or reaction to a communication
We're still waiting for the client's initial reply.
Ainda estamos aguardando a resposta inicial do cliente.
In Brazilian business communication, 'resposta inicial' is commonly used in professional correspondence and project management contexts. Americans often use this phrase in email communication and customer service settings, where the initial reply sets the tone for further interaction. The phrase emphasizes the importance of prompt and professional first responses in establishing communication standards.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
first responseopening replypreliminary answerfirst reactionopening response
Antonyms / Antônimos
final replylast responsedefinitive answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta inicial
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
resposta inicial / primeiro retorno
often used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
resposta inicial
standard usage
Portugal
resposta inicial / primeira resposta
slightly more formal tone preferred

Related Words

responsereplyanswerreactionacknowledgmentcomeback

Related Idioms & Phrases

getting the ball rolling
breaking the ice
opening salvo
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