light bounce

[/laɪt baʊns/]
nounpl: light bounces
reflexão de luz, ricochete de luz
1. The reflection or deflection of light rays off a surface
The light bounce off the mirror created a bright spot on the wall.
O ricochete de luz no espelho criou um ponto brilhante na parede.
2. In photography and cinematography, the technique of redirecting light using reflective surfaces to illuminate subjects
The photographer used a light bounce to fill in shadows on the model's face.
O fotógrafo usou um reflexo de luz para preencher as sombras no rosto da modelo.
3. In physics, the phenomenon of light rays reflecting off surfaces according to the law of reflection
Understanding light bounce is essential for designing efficient optical systems.
Compreender o ricochete de luz é essencial para projetar sistemas ópticos eficientes.
In North American photography and film production, 'light bounce' is standard terminology taught in workshops and professional settings. In Brazil, while 'reflexão de luz' is the literal translation, English terms like 'bounce' are frequently used in professional photography and cinematography communities, reflecting the influence of English-language media production standards.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
light reflectionlight deflectionbouncereflectionspecular reflection
Antonyms / Antônimos
light absorptionlight transmission

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reflexão de luz, ricochete de luz
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese across all regions
Photography/Media (Brazil)
rebatedor de luz, bounce light
Often uses the English term in professional photography contexts
Portugal
reflexão de luz, ressalto de luz
Portuguese European preference for 'ressalto' in some technical contexts
Technical/Academic
reflexão luminosa
More formal academic terminology in both Brazilian and European Portuguese

Related Words

reflectionrefractionmirrorreflectoropticsdiffuse reflectionspecular reflection

Related Idioms & Phrases

catch the light
bounce light around
play with light
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →