Atarme (en. Tie up)

a-ta-rme

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To join or fix something with ropes or bindings.

The bandit tried to tie me to the chair.

El bandido intentó atarme a la silla.

To limit someone's freedom of movement.

They tied my hands so I couldn't escape.

Me ataron las manos para que no pudiera escapar.

To establish a commitment or emotional connection.

I want to tie myself to you with my heart.

Quiero atarme a ti de corazón.

From Latin 'ad' (to) and 'ligare' (to tie).

to tie one's hands

To feel powerless or unable to act.

atarse de manos

to tie up hopes

To trust that something will happen.

atar las esperanzas

to tie up loose ends

To gather information to understand a situation.

atar cabos

tie

A knot or loop used for securing.

amarra

bow

A ribbon or rope used for tying.

lazo

binding

A bond that unites or ties.

ligadura

knotting

The act of tying or the condition of being tied.

atadura

To get emotionally tied to someone.

She doesn't want to tie herself to him, but she likes him a lot.

Ella no quiere atarse a él, pero lo quiere mucho.

To find oneself in a compromising situation.

I don't want to tie myself to a contract I can't fulfill.

No quiero atarme a un contrato que no puedo cumplir.