Yes, you can read and reply to a message directly on the "Watch SE 2024 (40 mm, Aluminium, WLAN only, M/L)".

- You can access the Messages app on your Apple Watch, read incoming messages and reply to them using dictation, Scribble, emojis or prepared replies.
- You can also reply to a specific message in a conversation by double-tapping on the message and then tapping "Reply".