reflexionar
“reflexionar” means “to reflect” in Spanish (to think deeply about something).
to reflect
Also: to ponder, to mull over
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Necesito tiempo para reflexionar sobre mi futuro.
B1I need time to reflect on my future.
Después de reflexionar un rato, decidió no comprar el coche.
B2After pondering for a while, he decided not to buy the car.
Es importante reflexionar antes de actuar.
B1It is important to think deeply before acting.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: reflexionar
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'I reflect on the problem'?
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From the Latin 'reflexio,' which literally means 'bending back.' In a mental sense, it describes the mind 'bending back' to look at its own thoughts.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'reflexionar' more formal than 'pensar'?
Yes, it implies a deeper level of thought and is often used in academic, professional, or personal growth contexts.
Can I use 'reflexionar' without a preposition?
Yes, you can use it alone (e.g., 'Necesito reflexionar') if the context of what you are thinking about is already understood.
Does it have a reflexive form like 'reflexionarse'?
No, it is not used reflexively. Even though the English 'to reflect' sounds similar to Spanish 'reflexivo' grammar terms, the verb itself doesn't need a 'se' at the end.