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    Liga (en. League)

    /ˈliɣa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Association of people or entities with a common purpose.
    The League of Nations was established to promote peace.
    La liga de naciones fue establecida para promover la paz.
    Competition between sports teams.
    The championship is decided in the national football league.
    El campeonato se decide en la liga nacional de fútbol.
    verb
    To unite or join things together.
    We must tie the ends so they don't come loose.
    Debemos ligar los cabos para que no se suelten.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ligā', which means 'to tie' or 'to unite'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in the same league
    To be at the same level or competition as another person or group.
    estar en la misma liga
    league of friends
    Group of people united by friendship.
    liga de amigos

    Related Words

    ligature
    Union or fastening between bodies.
    ligadura
    to tie
    Action of uniting or connecting.
    ligar

    Slang Meanings

    Synonym for a group of friends who share similar interests.
    That gamers' league meets every weekend.
    Esa liga de gamers se reúne cada fin de semana.
    Reference to a less formal competition or rivalry.
    In our neighborhood league, everyone plays for fun.
    En nuestra liga de barrio, cada uno juega por diversión.