What does "RSVP" stand for at the...
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What does “RSVP” stand for at the end of an invitation?
Answer
The letters stand for the French phrase “Repondez s’il vous plait,” which translates into English as “Please reply.” It’s a polite way to say “Hey, let me know if you’re coming to my party or not.”