Ligado (en. Bound)

/liˈɣaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is united or tied to something.
The package is tied with a rope.
El paquete está ligado con una cuerda.
That has a connection or relationship with something.
His success is linked to his effort.
Su éxito está ligado a su esfuerzo.
In the context of energy or force, that is connected.
The forces are linked by an interaction.
Las fuerzas están ligadas por una interacción.

Etymology

From the verb 'to link', which comes from the Latin 'ligāre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

linked to someone
To be in a sentimental or emotional relationship with someone.
ligado a alguien
to be linked
To have a connection or commitment to something.
estar ligado
linked bond
A bond or connection between two or more elements.
vínculo ligado

Related Words

to link
Verb meaning to unite or tie.
ligar
linkage
Action or effect of linking; it also refers to the object that unites.
ligadura
unlinked
That is not united or separated.
desligado

Slang Meanings

In the context of dating or having a casual relationship.
I'm linked with someone, but it's not serious.
Estoy ligado con alguien, pero no es serio.
Used to refer to something that is very tied up or complicated.
That project is well linked, everything is tied up.
Ese proyecto está bien ligado, todo está atado.