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reflection in German

reflection in German is Reflexion, Abbild, Reflektion — reflection means an image or copy of something formed by light bouncing off a surface.

reflection in German

Reflexion
noun
The act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.
Abbild
noun
The act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.
Reflektion
noun
The act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.
Widerspiegelung
noun
The act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.
Reflektion
noun
Abwägung
noun
Careful thought or consideration.
Reflektion
noun
Careful thought or consideration.
Reflexion
noun
(computing) The process or mechanism of determining the capabilities of an object at run-time.

What does "reflection" mean?

  1. noun An image or copy of something formed by light bouncing off a surface.
    "The still pond gave a perfect reflection of the mountains."
  2. noun Careful thought or consideration.
    "On reflection, I think we should have asked for more help."
  3. noun Something that reveals or is evidence of a quality, trend, or condition.
    "Her excellent exam results are a reflection of months of hard work."
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reflection in a sentence

  • The still pond gave a perfect reflection of the mountains.
  • She caught her reflection in the shop window.
  • On reflection, I think we should have asked for more help.
  • The retreat offers a quiet place for reflection and rest.

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What is "reflection" in German?
"reflection" in German is Reflexion, Abbild, Reflektion. reflection means: An image or copy of something formed by light bouncing off a surface.
How do you use "reflection" in a sentence?
Example: "The still pond gave a perfect reflection of the mountains." In German, "reflection" is Reflexion, Abbild, Reflektion.
Are there other ways to say "reflection" in German?
Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "reflection": Reflexion, Abbild, Reflektion, Widerspiegelung, Abwägung.
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