Reflejo (en. Reflection)

/reˈf.le.xo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Representation of an object or person on a surface.

Example sentence: The reflection of the trees in the water was impressive.

El reflejo de los árboles en el agua era impresionante.

Definition: Effect of light reflecting on a surface.

Example sentence: The reflection of the sun on the sea lit up the entire beach.

El reflejo del sol en el mar iluminaba toda la playa.

Definition: Reaction or response to a stimulus.

Example sentence: His reflection upon hearing the name was one of surprise.

Su reflejo al escuchar el nombre fue de sorpresa.

Etymology: Derives from Latin 'reflectus', which means 'to turn back'.

Common phrase: reflection of reality

Meaning: Faithful representation of a situation.

reflejo de la realidad

Common phrase: reflection of personality

Meaning: Manifestation of a person's characteristic traits.

reflejo de la personalidad

Common phrase: a reflection of your effort

Meaning: Indication or demonstration of the work you have done.

un reflejo de tu esfuerzo

Related word: reflect

Description: To make something visible on a surface.

reflejar

Related word: mirror

Description: Object that reflects images.

espejo

Related word: reflection

Description: Thought or consideration on a subject.

reflexión

Slang meaning: In the context of a clear mind.

Slang example: After meditating, I have a reflection of my thoughts.

Después de meditar, tengo un reflejo de mis pensamientos.

Slang meaning: When acting automatically or without thinking.

Slang example: I did it in a reflex, I didn’t think about the consequences.

Lo hice en un reflejo, no pensé en las consecuencias.