Atadas (en. Tied)

/aˈtadas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Ropes or materials that hold several things together.
The boxes are tied with tape.
Las cajas están atadas con cinta.
Association or connection between people or groups.
We are tied by friendship.
Estamos atadas por la amistad.
verb
The act of tying or securing something with ropes.
She tied the flowers to make a bouquet.
Ella atadas las flores para hacer un ramo.
To set limits or restrictions on something.
The contract binds the parties involved.
El contrato atadas a las partes involucradas.

Etymology

From the verb 'atar', from the Latin 'ligare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hands tied
A situation where someone is prevented from acting freely.
atadas de manos
tied in marriage
Legally united through marriage.
atadas en matrimonio
to be tied to someone
To feel dependent or strongly connected to another person.
estar atadas a alguien

Related Words

to tie
To unite or secure something with ropes or ligatures.
atar
ligature
An element that connects things to each other.
ligadura
rope
Material in the form of thread or filament, used for tying.
cuerda

Slang Meanings

To be very busy or have many responsibilities.
I'm tied up to my neck with work.
Estoy atadas hasta el cuello con el trabajo.
To feel restricted in a situation.
I feel tied here unable to leave.
Me siento atada aquí sin poder salir.