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    Étroite (en. Narrow)

    /e.tʁwat/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a restricted space.
    This alley is narrow; it is difficult for two people to pass by.
    Cette ruelle est étroite, il est difficile de passer à deux.
    Refers to a very close relationship.
    They maintain a close friendship.
    Ils entretiennent une amitié étroite.
    Refers to something that conforms strongly.
    The tightening of regulations had a narrow effect on businesses.
    L'étranglement des réglementations a eu un effet étroite sur les entreprises.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'strictus', which means tight.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in a narrow corridor
    located in a confined space
    dans un couloir étroite
    a narrow view
    a limited perspective
    une vue étroite
    a close relationship
    a very close bond
    une relation étroite

    Related Words

    narrowness
    Quality of being narrow.
    étroitesse
    to tighten
    To make tighter.
    resserrer
    to squeeze
    To press or bring closer.
    serrer

    Slang Meanings

    A person with very restrictive ideas.
    He is a bit narrow-minded on some topics.
    Il est un peu é́troite d'esprit sur certains sujets.
    A very cramped place.
    This bar is narrow and crowded.
    Ce bar est é́troite et bondé.