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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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