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    Limita (en. Limits)

    /liˈmita/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To establish a limit or border to something.
    This rule limits the hours of use of devices.
    Esta regla limita las horas de uso de los dispositivos.
    To restrict or condition something.
    The budget limits our options for the project.
    El presupuesto limita nuestras opciones para el proyecto.
    To divide or mark the boundaries of a space.
    The wall limits the property of the two neighbors.
    El muro limita la propiedad de los dos vecinos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'limitare', which means to establish boundaries.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to limit freedom
    To impose restrictions on someone's freedom of action.
    limitar la libertad
    to limit resources
    To establish a restricted management of available resources.
    limitar recursos
    there are no limits
    To express that no restrictions or boundaries are imposed.
    no hay límites

    Related Words

    boundary
    The point beyond which something cannot go.
    límite
    limitation
    The action of limiting or the state of being limited.
    limitación
    delimitation
    The act of establishing clear boundaries.
    delimitación

    Slang Meanings

    To limit oneself in social activities.
    At the party, don't limit yourself, have fun.
    En la fiesta, no te limites, diviértete.
    To show oneself to be very strict.
    That teacher limits with his strict rules.
    Ese profesor limita con sus reglas estrictas.