Holgura (en. Clearance)

/olˈɡuɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Freedom of movement or space between two things.

The leeway between the frame and the door allows it to open smoothly.

La holgura entre el marco y la puerta permite que esta se abra sin problemas.

Width or excess in the dimensions of something.

The dress has a leeway that makes it very comfortable.

El vestido tiene una holgura que lo hace muy cómodo.

State of relaxation or relief from an obligation.

Thanks to the leeway in her budget, she was able to afford a vacation.

Gracias a la holgura en su presupuesto, pudo permitirse unas vacaciones.

From Latin 'holgura', related to 'holgado', meaning wide or loose.

financial leeway

Financial space that allows for additional spending.

holgura económica

to live with leeway

To live without economic restrictions, with some comfort.

vivir con holgura

loose

That is wide or loose, especially referring to clothing.

holgado

relief

State of not being burdened or limited in terms of resources.

desahogo

Situation of economic tranquility or carelessness.

After securing that contract, I live with leeway.

Después de conseguir ese contrato, vivo con holgura.

Being in a place with freedom and no restrictions.

At the country house, everyone is living with leeway.

En la casa de campo, todos están con holgura.