Réfléchissez (en. Think)

ʁef.le.ʃi.se

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To think or meditate on something.
You must think before making a decision.
Il faut que vous réfléchissez avant de prendre une décision.
To take a critical look at a situation.
Think about the consequences of your actions.
Réfléchissez aux conséquences de vos actes.
To analyze or examine ideas or information.
We need to think about this proposal as a group.
Nous devons réfléchissez à cette proposition en groupe.

Etymology

From the French verb 'réfléchir', derived from the Latin 'reflexere', meaning 'to turn back'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Think carefully
Take the time to seriously think about something.
Réfléchissez bien
Think twice
Consider all possibilities before deciding.
Réfléchissez à deux fois
One must think
It is necessary to take the time to think.
Il faut réfléchir

Related Words

reflection
The action of thinking or examining something.
réflexion
reflexive
Related to the verb that turns back on itself.
réflexif
thinking
Capable of reflecting light or thoughts.
réfléchissant

Slang Meanings

To think for too long
You are overthinking, relax!
Tu es en train de réfléchir comme un malade, déstresse !
To be indecisive
Stop thinking and do what you want!
Arrête de réfléchir et fais ce que tu veux !