Estrechó (en. Narrow)

/esˈtɾe.tʃo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Having a considerable reduction in width measurement.
The hallway is very narrow; barely two people fit.
El pasillo es muy estrecho, apenas cabemos dos personas.
That is limited or restricted in its use or application.
They have a very narrow view of the world.
Tienen una visión muy estrecha del mundo.
In the context of relationships, that is very close or intimate.
They have a close relationship that has lasted for years.
Tienen una relación estrecha que ha durado años.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'strictus', which means 'tight'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

narrow bridges
It refers to bridges that have a limited width, making passage difficult.
puentes estrechos
Strait of Gibraltar
It refers to the strait that separates Spain from Morocco.
estrecho de Gibraltar
narrow-minded
It describes a person who has limited ideas or perspectives.
estrecho de mente

Related Words

estrechar
Action of reducing the space or distance between two things.
estrechar
estrechez
Condition of being narrow, limited space.
estrechez
narrow in a figurative sense
Concept related to thoughts or beliefs that do not allow flexibility.
estrecho en sentido figurado

Slang Meanings

To shake hands
In a greeting, it is common to shake hands.
En un saludo, es común estrechar la mano.
Narrow of heart
When someone is very strict or not generous.
Cuando alguien es muy estricto o poco generoso.