Here's why:
* Letters are asymmetrical: Many letters in the alphabet have distinct left and right sides (like "w" and "o"). When reflected, these sides switch places, making the word appear different.
* Mirror image: A mirror creates a flipped image, not just a rotated one. So, the word "wow" would be reversed and appear as "wow" but with the letters mirrored.
Let me know if you want to try another word!