This is the 501st most frequent Bulgarian word.
отговаря
Answers; responds.
In this context, "отговаря" means "responds" or "answers" and indicates a verbal reply.
Той отговаря на въпросите на учителя.
He is responding to the teacher's questions.
In this case, "отговаря" means "meets" or "matches," used to express compliance or suitability.
Този отговаря на нашите изисквания за работа.
This one meets our job requirements.
Here, "отговаря" means "is responsible for" and denotes having the duty or responsibility for something.