English–French

“reflex” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁeflɛks/

Example

On frappe le genou et le réflexe apparaît.

Tapping the knee brings out the reflex.

Illustration for réflexe (reflex)

How to say “reflex” in French

“Reflex” in French is réflexe.

A protective reaction that the body produces on its own after a stimulus.

Full entry for réflexe: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with réflexe

En voyant l'enfant tomber, elle a eu le réflexe de le rattraper.

Seeing the child fall, she had the reflex to catch him.

Tips for using réflexe

  • In avoir de bons réflexes, the plural refers to quick reactions or good reaction speed rather than to one medical reflex.

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