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    Contraída (en. Contracted)

    /kon.tɾa.i̯.ða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to something that is in a state of tension or hardness.
    Her body was contracted after the physical effort.
    Su cuerpo estaba contraído tras el esfuerzo físico.
    That presents a tense or tight character.
    The atmosphere in the room was contracted by the tension of the debate.
    La atmósfera en la sala estaba contraída por la tensión del debate.
    That is emotionally contracted, as in the case of fear or anxiety.
    She felt contracted by the uncomfortable situation.
    Ella se sentía contraída por la situación incómoda.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'contrahere', which means 'to pull together' or 'to contract'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be contracted
    To feel tense or emotionally uncomfortable.
    estar contraído
    contracted thighs
    When muscles are in a state of tension.
    muslos contraídos
    contracted expression
    A facial expression that shows worry or tension.
    expresión contraída

    Related Words

    contraction
    Process of shortening or hardening something.
    contracción
    tension
    State of being stretched or pressed.
    tensión
    compressed
    Something that has been tightened or reduced in size.
    comprimido

    Slang Meanings

    To feel nervous or uncomfortable.
    He was so contracted in the meeting that he couldn't speak.
    Estaba tan contraído en la reunión que no podía hablar.
    Describing someone who is very tense or worried.
    After receiving that news, he is contracted like a spring.
    Después de recibir esa noticia, está contraído como un muelle.