reflejo
reflection
noun reh-FLEH-hoh Rare
Origin: From Latin reflexus (bent back), past participle of reflectere.
Also means
reflex
Usage Note
Reflejo covers both a visual reflection (in a mirror or water) and a physiological reflex (reflejos rápidos, 'quick reflexes'). As an adjective it means 'reflected' (luz refleja). The verb is reflejar. Do not confuse with reflexión (careful thought).
Examples
"Vio su reflejo en el agua del lago."
Natural Translation
He saw his reflection in the lake water.
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