No. 11,374 in French
refléter
To reflect or to show.
In a sentence
Le miroir reflète mon image clairement.
The mirror reflects my image clearly.
Here, 'reflète' is used to denote the literal reflection of an image, illustrating its physical sense.
Son comportement reflète ses véritables intentions.
His behavior reflects his true intentions.
This usage of 'reflète' means showcasing or mirroring indirectly, as behaviors can convey inner thoughts or attitudes.
Le poème reflète les sentiments de l'auteur.
The poem reflects the author's feelings.
In this instance, 'reflète' is employed metaphorically to show that a creation can convey or represent the creator's emotions or ideas.
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