reflect

rɪˈflɛkt
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Translation of reflect into German

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Verb

1.

imaging

tr.
show an image of something
tr.
  • The lake reflects the mountains beautifully.Der See spiegelt die Berge wunderschön wider.
2.

ponder

intr.
think deeply about something
intr.
  • She reflected on her past decisions.Sie dachte über ihre vergangenen Entscheidungen nach.
3.

physics

tr.TECH.
bend back light from a surface
tr.TECH.
  • The mirror reflects the sunlight into the room.Der Spiegel wirft das Sonnenlicht in den Raum zurück.
4.

communication

tr.
show or express a quality or attitude
tr.
  • His actions reflect his true character.Seine Handlungen spiegeln seinen wahren Charakter wider.
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Expressions with reflect: examples in English and translations in German

ein gutes Licht werfen auf
gut dastehen lassen
Her volunteer work reflects well on her character.
ein schlechtes Licht werfen auf
His rude behavior will reflect badly on the entire team.
nachdenken
reflektieren
She likes to reflect on her day before sleeping.
ein gutes Licht auf jemanden werfen
jemandem Ehre machen
Her hard work will reflect credit on the whole team.
reflektieren
nachdenken
He likes to reflect upon his childhood memories.
reflektieren
über sich selbst nachdenken
She likes to self-reflect after a busy week.

Synonyms and analogies of reflect in English

Examples of reflect in a sentence

  • The glass reflects the sunlight into the room.
  • He reflected on the meaning of life.
  • They reflected on their childhood memories.
  • The water surface reflects the moonlight beautifully.
  • His glasses reflect the computer screen's glare.
  • The painting reflects the artist's inner turmoil.

Translations of "reflect" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Verb
reflektierenv.

Art and literature often reflect the struggles against the slave trade.

Kunst und Literatur reflektieren oft den Kampf gegen den Sklavenhandel.

widerspiegelnv.

The fashion show will premiere bold new styles that reflect modern trends.

Die Modenschau wird kühne neue Stile präsentieren, die moderne Trends widerspiegeln.

spiegelnv.

His achieved rankings in the tournament reflect his dedication and training.

Seine erzielten Platzierungen im Turnier spiegeln sein Engagement und Training wider.

nachdenkenv.

The unexpected blowup during the game caused everyone to pause and reflect.

Der unerwartete Ausbruch während des Spiels ließ alle innehalten und nachdenken.

entsprechenv.

Debates should focus on policies that truly reflect the public interest.

Debatten sollten sich auf Maßnahmen konzentrieren, die wirklich dem Gemeinwohl entsprechen.

wiedergebenv.

Each title should accurately reflect the contents of the entitled page.

Jeder Titel muss den Inhalt der betitelten Seite möglichst genau wiedergeben.

berücksichtigenv.

But furthermore, they also reflect the particular context of public funded universities.

Sie berücksichtigen aber zusätzlich den besonderen Kontext von öffentlich finanzierten Universitäten.

zeigenv.

Our discussions reflect that there is room for improvement in collaboration.

Unsere Diskussionen zeigen, dass es bei der Zusammenarbeit noch Luft nach oben gibt.

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Other translations for reflect:

  • zurückwerfenv.
  • zurückstrahlenv.
  • zurückfallenv.
  • zurückspiegelnv.
  • sinnenv.

reflect: Examples and translations in context

Cultural practices often reflect the influences of living near the tropics.

Kulturelle Praktiken reflektieren oft die Einflüsse des Lebens in der Nähe der Tropen.

The watch glass can sometimes reflect light, making it hard to read.

Das Uhrglas kann manchmal Licht reflektieren, was das Ablesen erschwert.

Many of the materials are high-gloss polished and reflect the light.

Viele der Materialien sind auf Hochglanz poliert und reflektieren das Licht.

Some say that they reflect the artists themselves in that instant.

Manche sagen, sie reflektieren die Künstler selbst in dem Augenblick.

Clouds with smaller droplets are brighter and reflect the sunlight better.

Wolken mit kleineren Tropfen aber sind heller und reflektieren mehr Sonnenlicht.

Glossy ceilings reflect bright light - it will not please everyone.

Glossy Decken reflektieren helles Licht - es wird nicht jedem gefallen.

The interesting thing in metal wallpaper is as they reflect light.

Das Interessante an Metalltapeten ist dabei wie sie das Licht reflektieren.

What we do practically, we also reflect and clarify theoretically.

Was wir praktisch tun, reflektieren und klären wir auch theoretisch.

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