Estrecho (en. Narrow)

/esˈtɾe.tʃo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Referring to a place: That has only a small width interval.

The hallway is very narrow.

El pasillo es muy estrecho.

It applies to something that leaves no space or margin.

The window is so narrow that barely any light comes in.

La ventana es tan estrecha que apenas entra la luz.

Referring to a ribbon or strap: That is thin and narrow.

She wore a narrow belt to complete her outfit.

Usó un cinturón estrecho para completar su atuendo.

From Latin 'strictus', which means 'strict' or 'tight'.

narrow-minded

Having a limited or narrow view on something.

estrecho de miras

to shake hands

To perform a gesture of greeting or agreement by clasping hands between two people.

estrechar la mano

close bond

A very close relationship between two or more people.

estrecho vínculo

narrow

That has little width or breadth.

angosto

thin

That has little thickness or width.

delgado

reduced

That has decreased in size or amount.

reducido

Used to describe something very tight or that has no space.

That dress fits you tight.

Ese vestido te queda estrecho.

Referring to a complicated situation or one with little outlet.

I'm in a tight spot with this problem.

Estoy en un estrecho aprieto con este problema.