English–French
“reflect” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁəflete/
Example
Ce miroir reflète la lumière.
This mirror reflects the light.
How to say “reflect” in French
“Reflect” in French is refléter.
A beam or image returns from a surface, while words, actions, or a face give visible form to an underlying idea or quality.
Example sentences with refléter
Ses actions reflètent sa personnalité.
His actions reflect his personality.
Tips for using refléter
- Refléter can show an idea or quality, whereas réfléchir commonly means to think or consider, so the two verbs are not interchangeable in every context.