照り返す
てりかえす
terikaesu
JLPT N1verbVocabularyLevel 93 - JLPT N1
Quick answer
照り返す (てりかえす (terikaesu)) means "to reflect". Use this page for pronunciation, example sentences, and related kanji.
Meaning
to reflect
Also : to shine back
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Example Sentences
夕日は水面に照り返し、美しい光景を作り出していた。
ゆうひはみずめんにてりかえし、うつくしいこうけいをつくりだしていた。
The sunset reflected off the water's surface, creating a beautiful sight.
Kanji in this word
Grammar to study at this level
- [Noun/Verb dictionary form] + に際して～に際して (ni saishite) - On the occasion of
- [Noun] + をもとに(して)～をもとに (wo moto ni) - Based on
- [Noun/Verb dictionary form] + にあたって～にあたって (ni atatte) - When doing; Upon
- [Plain form verb/adjective] + ものの～ものの (mono no) - Although; Even though
- [Verb/Adjective/Noun] + にしろ/にせよ～にしろ／にせよ (ni shiro/ni seyo) - Even if; Regardless of
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
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