Careful thought about an experience, decision, or idea in order to understand it better.
Natural examples
Die Reflexion über den Fehler half ihr beim Lernen.
Reflecting on the mistake helped her learn.
Der Kurs beginnt jede Woche mit einer kurzen Reflexion.
The course begins each week with a short reflection.
Ihre Reflexion über die Entscheidung war sehr ehrlich.
Her reflection on the decision was very honest.
Usage note
Reflexion is feminine and usually uncountable. Common phrases include reflection on something and encouraging reflection.
Mini-lesson: Reflexion
Careful thought about an experience, decision, or idea in order to understand it better. Reflexion is feminine and usually uncountable. Common phrases include reflection on something and encouraging reflection.
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