Reflexionando (en. Reflecting)

/reflek-si-on-an-do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The act of thinking and carefully considering various perspectives or ideas.
She is reflecting on her professional future.
Ella está reflexionando sobre su futuro profesional.
Studying a topic in order to understand it better.
The students are reflecting on the concepts learned in class.
Los estudiantes están reflexionando sobre los conceptos aprendidos en clase.
Taking a moment of stillness to ponder life or experiences.
He spent the afternoon reflecting in the park.
Pasó la tarde reflexionando en el parque.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'reflexio', which means 'the action of turning back'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reflecting on life
To think deeply about life's experiences and decisions.
reflexionando sobre la vida
reflecting in silence
Meditating without speaking, internally considering thoughts.
reflexionando en silencio

Related Words

reflection
Deep thinking or consideration of a topic.
reflexión
reflective
The ability to reflect or think about something.
reflexivo
meditation
The practice of concentrating or reflecting in silence.
meditación

Slang Meanings

Being in meditation mode or mental isolation.
Today I'm in reflecting mode, I need some time for myself.
Hoy estoy en modo reflexionando, necesito un tiempo para mí.
Overthinking a trivial matter.
Don't keep reflecting on that, let it go!
No te quedes reflexionando sobre eso, ¡Déjalo ir!