Also means
remark
Usage Note
Réflexion covers both a physical reflection (light, image in a mirror) and the mental act of thinking something over. Après réflexion ('after reflection/thought') is a very common phrase. When it means an off-hand comment or remark made to someone, it can carry a slightly critical tone: il m'a fait une réflexion ('he made a remark to me').
Examples
"Il a besoin de temps pour la réflexion."
Natural Translation
He needs time for reflection.
Related Words
Explore French by topic
FrenchNow
6 min read