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refletir

[ʁə.fle.ˈtir]
verb
to reflect
1. to throw back light, heat, or sound
The mirror reflects the light from the window.
O espelho reflete a luz da janela.
2. to think deeply or carefully about something
I need to reflect on this decision before responding.
Preciso refletir sobre esta decisão antes de responder.
3. to show or express something
Her actions reflect her values.
Suas ações refletem seus valores.
4. to cast doubt or discredit on something
This incident reflects poorly on the company.
Este incidente reflete mal na empresa.
Synonyms
ponderarconsiderarpensarespelhar
Antonyms
ignorardesconhecer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
refletir
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
refletir
identical to general usage
Portugal
refletir
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

refletir sobre algo - to think about something
refletir a realidade - to reflect reality
sem refletir - without thinking
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