Reflexivo (en. Reflective)

/reˈfleksivo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Referring to oneself or to one's own action.

In grammar, the use of the reflexive pronoun indicates that the subject performs the action on himself.

En la gramática, el uso del pronombre reflexivo indica que el sujeto realiza la acción sobre sí mismo.

Related to reflection, analysis, or contemplation.

He is a very reflective person; he always considers the consequences of his actions.

Es una persona muy reflexiva, siempre considera las consecuencias de sus actos.

Having the ability to reflect or meditate.

The students in the course are very reflective and participate actively in discussions.

Los estudiantes del curso son muy reflexivos y participan activamente en las discusiones.

From Latin 'reflexivus', meaning 'that reflects' or 'that turns back on something'.

reflexive by nature

Tending to reflect and analyze situations constantly.

reflexivo por naturaleza

reflective thinking

Process of thinking carefully about a topic or situation.

pensamiento reflexivo

reflection

Action of reflecting; deep thought about something.

reflexión

self-reflection

Reflection upon oneself.

autoreflexión

introspection

Internal analysis of one's own thoughts and feelings.

introspección

A person who is always thinking about things.

Juan is so reflective that it takes him hours to make a decision.

Juan es tan reflexivo que se tarda horas en tomar una decisión.

Someone who takes the time to understand life.

María is reflective; she loves to philosophize about the meaning of life.

María es reflexiva, le encanta filosofar sobre el sentido de la vida.