die Reflexion
Translation
reflection, thought, consideration, contemplation
Examples
Die Reflexion des Lichts im Wasser ist schön.
The reflection of the light in the water is beautiful.
Nach langer Reflexion traf er eine Entscheidung.
After long reflection, he made a decision.
Grammar Patterns
((über+4)) reflection on sth. His reflection on the topic was profound.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Überlegung, Nachdenken (consideration, thought); Spiegelung (mirroring).
Etymology
From Latin `reflexio` ('a bending back'), derived from `re-` ('back') + `flectere` ('to bend').
Memory Tips
Remember its two main meanings: the physical 'reflection' of light or an image, and the mental 'reflection' of deep thought. Both concepts involve something being turned back.