Spanish word

reflexivo

Pronunciation

IPA/reflekˈsiβo/

Meaning

  • adjectivereflective

Example

Ella es muy reflexiva.

She is very reflective.

Illustration for reflexivo (reflective)

More examples

Antes de decidir, tuve un momento reflexivo.

Before deciding, I had a reflective moment.

Core concept

Inward-turning gaze.

Common phrases

  • ser reflexivo

    be reflective

  • persona reflexiva

    reflective person

  • pensamiento reflexivo

    reflective thought

Similar words

pensativo: Spends time quietly pondering events or questions.
prudente: Chooses actions cautiously to prevent harm or trouble.
serio: Approaches duties and topics with a sober, earnest manner.
reservado: Keeps emotional life private and rarely expresses feelings.

Definition in Spanish

Que tiende a la introspección y a evaluar sus acciones y motivos con atención.

Word origin

Built from Latin re- 'back' + flectere 'to bend', originally meaning 'bent back' and later used metaphorically for turning thought back on oneself.

Usage tips

  • Frequently used with ser when describing character: es reflexivo is more idiomatic than estar reflexivo for a thoughtful person.

Other meanings

  • introspectiveadjective
  • reflexiveadjective

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