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reflection meaning in Sanskrit

ध्यान dhyāna

/ɹɪˈflɛkʃən/

reflection in Sanskrit: ध्यान (dhyāna). In English, reflection means the act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.

Sanskrit words for reflection

careful thought or consideration
ध्यान dhyāna

English meaning of reflection

  1. noun The act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.
  2. noun The property of a propagated wave being thrown back from a surface (such as a mirror).
  3. noun Something, such as an image, that is reflected.
  4. noun Careful thought or consideration.

Full definition of reflection

reflection in a sentence

  • The dog barked at his own reflection in the mirror.
  • After careful reflection, I have decided not to vote for that proposition.
  • Our recent results are a reflection of the progress we've made as a team.

Synonyms of reflection

All synonyms of reflection

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Questions about reflection in Sanskrit

What is the meaning of reflection in Sanskrit?
Reflection in Sanskrit is ध्यान (dhyāna).
reflection इत्यस्य संस्कृते कः अर्थः?
Reflection: ध्यान (dhyāna).
What does reflection mean in English?
Reflection means the act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.

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