Límites (en. Boundaries)
/ˈlimites/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Limit establishes a boundary or an end to something.
The property lines are marked by fences.
Los límites de la propiedad están marcados por cercas.
Restriction or condition considered a maximum point.
Patience has its limits.
La paciencia tiene límites.
Framework within which movement or action is allowed.
We must work within the established limits.
Debemos trabajar dentro de los límites establecidos.
Etymology
From the Latin 'limitis', which means boundary or limit.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to break the limits
To overcome established barriers.
romper los límites
to set limits
To establish guidelines or restrictions in a situation.
poner límites
beyond the limits
To access areas or situations that are not common or permitted.
más allá de los límites
Related Words
upper limit
Maximum allowed or established.
límite superior
lower limit
Minimum allowed or established.
límite inferior
geographical limit
Physical boundary that delineates territories.
límite geográfico
Slang Meanings
Nothing more than talking about limits.
When it comes to money, there are no limits anymore.
Cuando se trata de dinero, ya no hay límites.
Going beyond normal limits.
At this party, everyone is crossing the limits.
En esta fiesta, todos están cruzando los límites.