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    Aflojar (en. Loosen)

    /a.flo.'xaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To reduce the pressure or tightness of an object.
    It was necessary to loosen the nuts in order to remove the wheel.
    Fue necesario aflojar las tuercas para poder quitar la rueda.
    To stop exerting physical or mental effort.
    After working so much, I decided to take it easy and relax a little.
    Después de trabajar tanto, decidí aflojar un poco y relajarme.
    To allow something or someone to move more freely.
    The teacher recommended loosening the restrictions to encourage students' creativity.
    El maestro recomendó aflojar las restricciones para fomentar la creatividad de los alumnos.

    Etymology

    It comes from the prefix 'a-' plus 'flojar', which in turn is related to the term 'flor' that implies softness.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to loosen the nuts
    To make something more flexible or less strict.
    aflojar las tuercas
    to ease the pace
    To reduce the intensity or speed of an activity.
    aflojar el ritmo
    to relax the jaw
    To speak or laugh freely and carelessly.
    aflojar la mandíbula

    Related Words

    relaxation
    State of being relaxed or tension-free.
    relajación
    tension
    State of being stressed or tense.
    tensión
    release
    Action of releasing or letting go of something.
    liberación

    Slang Meanings

    To rest or take some time off.
    Today I’m going to take it easy and do nothing.
    Hoy voy a aflojar y no hacer nada.
    To let one’s guard down.
    Don’t be so serious, lighten up a bit.
    No te pongas tan serio, afloja un poco.