reflection

rɪˈflɛkʃən
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Translation of reflection into German

Noun

1.

thinking

careful thought or consideration about something
  • After much reflection, he decided to change careers.Nach reiflicher Überlegung entschied er sich, die Karriere zu wechseln.
2.

optics

image seen in mirror or reflective surface
  • She admired her reflection in the mirror.Sie bewunderte ihr Spiegelbild im Spiegel.
3.

physics

TECH.
return of light or sound waves from a surface
TECH.
Reflexion fRückstrahlung
  • The reflection of light from the mirror was blinding..Die Reflexion des Lichts vom Spiegel war blendend.
4.

psychology

representation of a condition or trait
Spiegelbild Widerspiegelung fReflexion f
  • His actions are a reflection of his upbringing.Seine Handlungen sind ein Spiegelbild seiner Erziehung.
5.

mathematics

TECH.
transformation reversing the direction of an axis
TECH.
  • The graph showed a reflection across the x-axis.Das Diagramm zeigte eine Spiegelung entlang der x-Achse.
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Expressions with reflection: examples in English and translations in German

nach reiflicher Überlegung
im Nachhinein
On reflection, I think we should cancel the meeting.
blasser Abklatsch
schwacher Abklatsch
This movie is just a pale reflection of the original.
Selbstreflexion
He engaged in self-reflection to improve his behavior.
nach reiflicher Überlegung
bei näherer Betrachtung
On further reflection, I decided not to go.
schlechtes Bild
schlechte Meinung
His rude behavior is a poor reflection on his upbringing.
traurige Erinnerung
bedauerlicher Gedanke
Her sad reflection on the past made her cry.

Images of reflection

  • reflection: image seen in mirror or reflective surface
    (optics) Spiegelbild
  • reflection: return of light or sound waves from a surface
    (physics) Reflexion
  • reflection: transformation reversing the direction of an axis
    (mathematics) Spiegelung

Synonyms and analogies of reflection in English

Examples of reflection in a sentence

  • Reflection led him to a new understanding of the problem.
  • He checked his reflection in the car window.
  • The lake was so still, her reflection was clear.
  • The reflection off the water created a beautiful scene.
  • The reflection of sound in the cave was eerie.
  • Her smile was a reflection of her joy.

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

Noun
dieReflexionnf.

A peaceful atmosphere acts as a breeding ground for meditation and reflection.

Eine friedliche Atmosphäre dient als Nährboden für Meditation und Reflexion.

dasSpiegelbildnn.

The report card is a reflection of the student's hard work.

Das Zeugnis ist ein Spiegelbild der harten Arbeit des Schülers.

dieSpiegelungnf.

The bending reflection in the lake created a surreal visual effect.

Die sich wellende Spiegelung im See erzeugte einen surrealen visuellen Effekt.

dieÜberlegungnf.

After much reflection, she embraced her gift of speaking in tongues.

Nach reiflicher Überlegung nahm sie ihre Gabe der Zungenrede an.

dasNachdenkennn.

The old library was once a byword for peaceful study and reflection.

Die alte Bibliothek war früher der Inbegriff von ruhigem Lernen und Nachdenken.

dieBesinnungnf.

He enjoyed the solitary moments of reflection during his morning coffee.

Er genoss die ruhigen Momente der Besinnung während seines morgendlichen Kaffees.

dieWiderspiegelungnf.

The triangle of the qualities is distorted by its reflection in us.

Das Dreieck der Qualitäten wird durch seine Widerspiegelung in uns verzerrt.

dasAbbildnn.

Fracturing mirrors created a distorted reflection of her once perfect life.

Zersprungene Spiegel erzeugten ein verzerrtes Abbild ihres einst perfekten Lebens.

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Other translations for reflection:

  • Gedankenm.
  • Rückschaunf.
  • Bemerkungnf.
  • Abwägungnf.

reflection: Examples and translations in context

The thoughtful reflection helped him understand his feelings more clearly.

Die gründliche Reflexion half ihm, seine Gefühle besser zu verstehen.

Time constraints may crowd out time for personal reflection and growth.

Zeitdruck kann die Zeit für persönliche Reflexion und Wachstum verdrängen.

Goal setting encourages reflection and helps refine priorities in life.

Zielsetzung fördert die Reflexion und hilft, Prioritäten im Leben zu verfeinern.

The park bench beside the lake became her safe harbor for reflection.

Die Parkbank am See wurde ihr sicherer Hafen für Reflexionen.

The quiet beach is a breeding ground for relaxation and personal reflection.

Der ruhige Strand ist eine Oase für Entspannung und persönliche Reflexion.

Many artists conceive their best ideas during moments of deep reflection.

Viele Künstler kommen in Momenten tiefer Reflexion auf ihre besten Ideen.

She plans to carve out some time each week for personal reflection.

Sie plant, sich jede Woche etwas Zeit für persönliche Reflexionen zu nehmen.

The shock of the event will kick in, leading to deeper reflection.

Der Schock des Ereignisses wird eintreten und zu tieferer Reflexion führen.

See also:

on reflectiontotal internal reflectionangle of reflection
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