A reflection is a shape that has been flipped. Most commonly flipped directly to the left or right (over a y axis) or flipped to the top or bottom (over an x axis), reflections can also be done at an angle.
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. A lingua franca (originally Italian for Frankish language - see etymology below) is a language that is used between persons who have not the same mother tongue. The terms working language, bridge language and vehicular language are used in the same sense. 1 Etymology.
The way English is used as a lingua franca is heavily dependent on the specific situation of use. Generally speaking, ELF interactions concentrate on function rather than form. In other words, communicative efficiency (i.e. getting the message across) is more important than correctness. Understanding English as a Lingua Franca: A Complete Introduction to the Theoretical Nature and Practical Implications of English used as a Lingua Franca.