Estrechas (en. Narrow)

/esˈtɾe.tʃas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Having little width.

The streets of the old city are very narrow.

Las calles de la ciudad vieja son muy estrechas.

Figuratively, being limiting or restrictive.

He has a very narrow view of the problem.

Tiene una visión muy estrecha sobre el problema.

Implying little space between two elements.

The hallway is so narrow that barely one person fits.

El pasillo es tan estrecho que apenas cabe una persona.

From Latin 'strictus', which means 'tight' or 'close-fitting'.

close relationships

Very close or intimate ties between people or groups.

estrechas relaciones

to shake hands

To greet or give a cordial greeting with a handshake.

estrechar la mano

close collaboration

Joint and close work between individuals or groups.

estrecha colaboración

narrowing

The process of making something narrower or restricted.

estrechamiento

narrow

Having little width or space, masculine adjective.

estrecho

narrowness

Condition of being narrow, limiting space or resources.

estrechez

In the context of a complicated situation.

We are in a tight spot with this project.

Estamos en un lío estrecho con este proyecto.

In terms of limited social relationships.

Don’t be so narrow-minded, open up your circle of friends.

No seas tan estrecha, abre tu círculo de amigos.