refraction in Czech

refraction in Czech is lom, refrakce — refraction means the bending of light, sound or water waves as they pass from one material into another in which they travel at a different speed.

refraction in Czech

lom

noun

(physics) The turning or bending of any wave, such as a light or sound wave, when it passes from one medium into another of different optical density.

refrakce

noun

(physics) The turning or bending of any wave, such as a light or sound wave, when it passes from one medium into another of different optical density.

What does "refraction" mean?

noun The bending of light, sound or water waves as they pass from one material into another in which they travel at a different speed.
"Refraction is why a straw looks broken where it enters a glass of water."
noun An eye test that measures how the eye bends light, used to work out the strength of lens a person needs.
"The optician performed a refraction before writing the prescription."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

refraction in a sentence

Refraction is why a straw looks broken where it enters a glass of water.
The rainbow forms through the refraction and reflection of sunlight inside raindrops.
The optician performed a refraction before writing the prescription.

Common Czech translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "refraction" in Czech?

"refraction" in Czech is lom, refrakce. refraction means: The bending of light, sound or water waves as they pass from one material into another in which they travel at a different speed.

How do you use "refraction" in a sentence?

Example: "Refraction is why a straw looks broken where it enters a glass of water." In Czech, "refraction" is lom, refrakce.

Are there other ways to say "refraction" in Czech?

Yes — Czech has 2 translations listed for "refraction": lom, refrakce.

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