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What Does RSVP Mean in a Text?

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The Quick Answer

RSVP means "Répondez s'il vous plaît."

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RSVP is French for "Reply Please." It commonly appears on invitations to social and business events. It indicates that confirmation of attendance is required (usually in order to allow the organizers to arrange seating, catering, etc.).

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meaning of RSVP

"Répondez s'il vous plaît" (French for Reply Please)

Summary of Key Points

"Répondez s'il vous plaît" (French for "Reply Please)." is, by far, the most common meaning for RSVP when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)
RSVP
Definition:Répondez s'il vous plaît (French for Reply Please)
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:guessability level 2
2: Quite easy to guess
Typical Users:typical user

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Example of RSVP Used in a Text

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