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reflection

Pronunciation: [rɪˈflɛkʃən]

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Learn how to use reflection in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “image”

(noun) the image that you see when you look into a mirror or still water. It’s like seeing yourself or something else shown back to you.

Example

I saw my reflection in the lake and smiled.

Example

When I walked by, I didn’t see my reflection because the water was too muddy.

Example

What do you see in your reflection when you look in the mirror?

Context: “thought”

(noun) when you think deeply about something, like your actions or feelings. It’s a way to understand yourself better by thinking about what you did.

Example

After many reflections on her choices, she decided to change her career.

Example

He didn’t take time for reflection and regretted his decisions later.

Example

What did you learn during your reflection about the situation?

Context: “science”

(noun) the change in direction of light or sound when it hits a surface. It makes things appear or sound different, just like seeing a rainbow after rain.

Example

The reflection of the light off the mirror created a beautiful display.

Example

There was no reflection of the sound in the empty room; it was completely silent.

Example

Can you explain how the reflection of light works?

How to pronounce reflection

Pronunciation: [rɪˈflɛkʃən]

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