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    Ajustado (en. Tight)

    /axus'taðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That is adjusted in size or shape.
    The dress I bought is very tight.
    El vestido que compré está muy ajustado.
    To be in agreement or in accord with something.
    The schedules must be adjusted to avoid conflicts.
    Los horarios deben estar ajustados para evitar conflictos.
    Referring to an economic situation, it means there is little financial margin.
    The budget this year is quite tight.
    El presupuesto este año está bastante ajustado.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'ajustar', which comes from the Latin 'adjustare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    adjusted to reality
    That adapts perfectly to the current situation.
    ajustado a la realidad
    to settle accounts
    To resolve economic or other types of differences.
    ajustar cuentas
    to tighten the belt
    To reduce expenses due to a complicated financial situation.
    ajustar el cinturón
    to tighten the nuts
    To make necessary adjustments to improve the situation.
    ajustarse las tuercas

    Related Words

    adjustment
    Modification made to adapt something.
    ajuste
    to adjust
    To make something conform to a standard or measure.
    ajustar
    settling accounts
    Settlement of debts or conflicts.
    ajuste de cuentas

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a critical or tense situation.
    The group is tight due to the pressure of the project.
    El grupo está ajustado por la presión del proyecto.
    To refer to clothing that fits very tightly.
    That shirt fits you tight.
    Esa camisa te queda ajustada.