反映
To reflect something; to show or manifest the influence or qualities of an underlying cause or situation.
Examples
3 of 5世論調査の結果は、国民の不満を反映していると言える。
The survey results can be said to reflect the dissatisfaction of the citizens.
市場のニーズを製品開発に反映させる。
We will reflect market needs in product development.
子供の行動は、親の教育を反映することが多い。
Children's behavior often reflects their parents' education.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Han-ei: 'Han' (to turn back/repeat) + 'Ei' (to project/shine). Shining back the influence.
Quick Quiz
国民の声を政治に（ ）させることが民主主義の基本だ。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 反映
Examples
世論調査の結果は、国民の不満を反映していると言える。
academicThe survey results can be said to reflect the dissatisfaction of the citizens.
市場のニーズを製品開発に反映させる。
businessWe will reflect market needs in product development.
子供の行動は、親の教育を反映することが多い。
formalChildren's behavior often reflects their parents' education.
鏡に自分の姿が反映されている。
everydayMy image is reflected in the mirror (Note: more commonly use 反射 or 映る for physical reflection).
君の意見、次の計画に反映しとくよ。
informalI'll reflect your opinion in the next plan.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
時代を反映する
to reflect the times
価格に反映される
to be reflected in the price
現実に反映する
to reflect in reality
Often Confused With
反射 (hansha) is the physical reflection of light or sound. 反映 (han'ei) is the abstract reflection of influences or situations.
Usage Notes
Very common when analyzing literature, social trends, or data results in IELTS.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using 反映 for a mirror. Use '鏡に映る' (utsuru). Use 反映 for 'reflecting' opinions or social conditions.
Memory Tip
Han-ei: 'Han' (to turn back/repeat) + 'Ei' (to project/shine). Shining back the influence.
Word Origin
Han (reverse/repeat) + Ei (projection/shadow).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
国民の声を政治に（ ）させることが民主主義の基本だ。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 反映
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
主観的
B1Based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than facts.
標本
B2A small part or quantity intended to show what the whole is like; a sample. In statistics, it refers to a subset of a population used for research.
重要性
B1The state or fact of being of great significance or value.
適切
B1Suitable or proper in the circumstances; appropriate.
手順
B1A series of actions conducted in a certain order or manner. Crucial for describing methodologies or processes in academic tasks.
構成
B1The way in which a whole or mixture is made up. In academic contexts, it refers to the organization of an essay, the composition of a substance, or the structure of a group.
利点
B1A condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position; an advantage. Vital for IELTS 'Advantages and Disadvantages' essays.
課題
B1A task or piece of work to be done. It also refers to a problem or issue that needs to be addressed or solved.
関連
B1A connection or relationship between two or more things. It describes how one thing is linked to another.
理論
B1A supposition or a system of ideas intended to explain something, especially one based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained.
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