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    Estrechamente (en. Tightly)

    /es.tɾe.ʧa.ˈmen.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adverb
    In such a way that there is little space between things or people.
    The path was closely narrow, making it difficult for two vehicles to pass.
    El camino era estrechamente angosto, lo que dificultaba el paso de dos vehículos.
    In the sense of something that has a very close relationship or connection.
    Art and culture are closely related.
    Están estrechamente relacionados el arte y la cultura.
    In an intense or severe manner.
    The contract was closely negotiated by both parties.
    El contrato fue negociado estrechamente por ambas partes.

    Etymology

    It comes from 'estrecho', which originates from the Latin 'strictus', meaning tight or narrow.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    closely linked
    It refers to something that is very connected or related to one another.
    estrechamente ligado
    closely monitored
    It indicates that something or someone is under constant observation.
    estrechamente vigilado
    to be closely tied
    It means having a strong and direct relationship or connection.
    estar estrechamente vinculado

    Related Words

    narrow
    That has little width or distance between its sides.
    estrecho
    to narrow
    To make something narrower or to tighten.
    estrechar
    narrowness
    The condition of being narrow.
    estrechez

    Slang Meanings

    Narrowness
    In this neighborhood, we all know each other; it's a tight-knit community.
    En este barrio todos nos conocemos, es una comunidad estrechéz.
    Tight squeeze
    Let's do a tight squeeze through downtown, where everything is more cramped.
    Vamos a hacer un estrechón por el centro, donde todo está más apretado.