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    Encierra (en. Encloses)

    /enˈθje.ra/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To put something inside a closed space.
    The book contains many important secrets.
    El libro encierra muchos secretos importantes.
    To limit or confine someone or something.
    Fear sometimes confines us and prevents us from moving forward.
    El miedo a veces nos encierra y nos impide avanzar.
    To contain or encompass a concept or idea.
    His/her speech contains a deep reflection on life.
    Su discurso encierra una profunda reflexión sobre la vida.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin 'includere', which means to include or enclose.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    It encloses a world
    It represents a great variety of ideas or concepts within it.
    encierra un mundo
    He/she isolates himself/herself
    He/she isolates or avoids communicating with others.
    se encierra en sí mismo
    The truth encompasses many layers
    Reality is complex and has multiple aspects to consider.
    la verdad encierra muchas capas

    Related Words

    Enclosed
    That is contained within a closed space.
    encerrado
    Lock
    Mechanism that closes something to protect its contents.
    encerradura
    Confinement
    The action of enclosing; it also refers to parties or events where animals are confined.
    encierro

    Slang Meanings

    To keep something a secret
    She keeps her feelings to herself to avoid hurting anyone.
    Ella encierra sus sentimientos para no herir a nadie.
    To limit freedom
    That job involves a lot of stress and little freedom.
    Ese trabajo encierra mucho estrés y poca libertad.