What is RSVP?
RSVP stands for "Repondez s'il vous plait," a French phrase meaning "please respond." It's a request for guests to confirm attendance.
RSVP is an abbreviation of the French phrase "Repondez s'il vous plait," which translates to "please respond" in English. When you see RSVP on an invitation, the host is asking you to let them know whether you will or will not be attending the event. This helps hosts plan for the correct number of guests, arrange seating, order food, and prepare other logistics. A proper RSVP response should be sent promptly, typically within one to two weeks of receiving the invitation, or by the date specified on the invitation.
Examples
- 1"Please RSVP by December 15th"
- 2"RSVP to sarah@email.com"
- 3"Kindly RSVP with your meal preference"
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