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反射

fǎnshè

Description

反射是指光、声音或热碰到东西以后又弹回来。

"反射" refers to light, sound, or heat bouncing back after hitting something.

它也可以指身体不用想就自动做出的动作。

It can also refer to automatic bodily actions done without thinking.

Meanings

反射fǎnshè

reflection of light, sound, or heat

镜子会反射光线。

Mirrors reflect light.

反射fǎnshè

to reflect; bounce back

水面反射着太阳。

The water surface reflects the sun.

反射fǎnshè

reflex; automatic bodily reaction

这是身体的自然反射。

This is a natural reflex of the body.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    反 (reverse, back) + 射 (shoot, emit), literally to shoot back.

  • Nuance

    反射 is automatic/physical, while 反应 (reaction) is broader and often conscious.

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