검색
to answer for
[phrase form: answer]
01
책임지다, 설명하다
to explain one's actions or decisions, especially when questioned or challenged
Example
The CEO had to answer for the company 's poor financial performance during the shareholders ' meeting.
When questioned by the press, the spokesperson had to answer for the government 's new tax policy.
He had to answer for his choice of investments when his business partners raised concerns.
02
책임지다, 벌을 받다
to face consequences or punishment for one's actions
Example
The employee had to answer for his mistakes, leading to a temporary suspension.
The company had to answer for its unethical practices, resulting in fines and penalties.
If you break the rules, you 'll have to answer for it by paying a fine.
03
대신하다, 대체하다
to be used as a replacement or representation of something
Example
A digital signature can often answer for a handwritten signature in online contracts.
In the absence of the required tool, a wrench can often answer for a makeshift hammer.
This temporary structure will answer for our meeting place until the new office is ready.
04
대변하다, 의견을 설명하다
to explain someone else's thoughts or opinions on a matter
Example
As the spokesperson for the organization, he had to answer for the CEO 's perspective on the matter.
In her role as a representative, she often has to answer for the community 's concerns and needs.
During the panel discussion, Mary had to answer for her team 's stance on the controversial issue, as they could n't be present at the event.
예
The CEO had to answer for the company's poor financial performance during the shareholders' meeting.
When questioned by the press, the spokesperson had to answer for the government's new tax policy.
He had to answer for his choice of investments when his business partners raised concerns.
She had to answer for her role in the project's failure and provide a detailed explanation.
The defendant was asked to answer for their actions in court and provide reasons for their behavior.
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