반사한다

반사한다

"반사한다" means "to reflect."

Here '반사한다' is used in its literal sense, describing the physical action of reflecting light.

거울은 빛을 반사한다.

The mirror reflects light.

In this context, '반사적으로' (reflexively) relates to an immediate response, showing a metaphorical use connected to the instantaneous action implied by reflection.

그의 말에 나는 반사적으로 대답했다.

I responded reflexively to his words.

Here, '반사한다는 듯한' indicates a figurative interpretation, meaning to mentally reflect or think.

그는 내 질문에 반사한다는 듯한 표정을 지었다.

He made an expression as if he was reflecting on my question.