English–Japanese
“reflection” in Japanese
How to say “reflection” in Japanese
“Reflection” in Japanese is 反射 (hansha).
Describes light, sound, or a stimulus meeting something and turning back, either as a physical bounce or an automatic response.
Example sentences with 反射
白い壁は光を強く反射します。shiro i kabe wa hikari o tsuyo ku han sha shi ma su
White walls reflect light strongly.
Tips for using 反射
- English uses reflection for both bounced light and careful thought, but 反射 (hansha) normally refers to a physical bounce or an automatic bodily response rather than contemplation.
Other Japanese words for “reflection”
水に月の反映が見えます。mizu ni tsuki no han ei ga mi e ma su
The moon's reflection can be seen in the water.
昨日の失敗を反省します。kinō no ship pai o han sei shi ma su
I reflect on yesterday's failure.