ichidan verb, intransitive verb
respond; answer; meet (demands/expectations)
Used for responding to a call, question, or need, and for living up to expectations or demands. Often takes に (e.g., 期待に応える).
彼は国民の期待に応える政策を発表した。
He announced policies that meet the people's expectations.
お客様のご要望に応えて、新メニューを追加しました。
In response to customer requests, we added new menu items.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
affect; take a toll; strike home; be hard on
Describes something that affects one deeply, often physically or emotionally, such as cold, heat, fatigue, or harsh words. Often used with に (e.g., 寒さが身に応える). Note: This sense is distinct from 堪える (こたえる) which can also mean 'to bear' or 'to withstand'.
See also: 堪える (こたえる)
今年の夏の暑さは特に体に応える。
This summer's heat is especially hard on the body.
彼の批判は心に応えた。
His criticism struck home.