Should you RSVP only if you are planning to attend or should you RSVP either way?
2006-08-09 14:12:46 · 10 answers · asked by mel 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
It's best to always respond to a personal invitation, whether it's business or social. "RSVP" require a response.
RSVP stands for "Repondez s'il vous plait" (it's french)
The "R" stands for "respond." Whoever sent it to you requires a response.
The "SVP" stands for "if you please.
There are two choices in your response: yes or no. There is no room for "maybe". If you must say no, be gracious and thank the hostess for the invitation.
You must respond by the date specified. The host gets back to the caterer immediately following that date,
Use the reply-in-kind rule. If the invitation is formal, reply in a like manner. Use the same language as the invitation. If you must cancel at the last minute after accepting an invitation, telephone or otherwise notify the host.
2006-08-09 14:29:48 · answer #1 · answered by gospieler 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there!!
You need to RSVP regardless of whether you are going to attend or not. They still need to know either way so they can efficiently plan their party and know how many will be coming. The sooner you respond the better, because then they can plan accordingly. Hope this helps!! :)
2006-08-09 21:20:04 · answer #2 · answered by presserized 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, RSVP....basically means you need to provide some sort of answer one way or the other As Soon As Possible (ASAP). Yes, tell them if you are going to arrive and how many will be in your party. And, yes, tell them if you can't make it and add a little sentence like: I will be thinking of you on your special day. You know, something personal like that.
2006-08-09 21:58:03 · answer #3 · answered by nirekelly27 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
RSVP stands for "répondez s'il vous plaît" which is French for please respond. It means the host wants a reply either way. This allows them to determine numbers, seating arrangements, how much food/drink they will need etc.
This means that you are to RSVP if requested. You probably should even if the invitation doesn't specifically request it. It's just manners.
2006-08-09 23:31:15 · answer #4 · answered by Nikki 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
RSVP means respond either way. Unless the invite says REGRETS ONLY then it means only reply if you cannot attend.
2006-08-09 22:35:26 · answer #5 · answered by luv_meows 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually the invite will ask for you to RSVP. Then you should.
2006-08-09 21:18:50 · answer #6 · answered by Just Curious 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are supposed to RSVP and let them know whether you can or can not attend.You just state "Yes,I look forward to attending."or ""With regrets,I must decline the invitation."
2006-08-09 21:23:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's what RSVP means - to reply, period. Attending or not.
2006-08-10 04:18:13 · answer #8 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means to let the people know either way. However, many people do NOT do that.
2006-08-10 00:01:36 · answer #9 · answered by da dude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when requiered.
2006-08-09 21:16:34 · answer #10 · answered by eldeseo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋