Limitaba (en. Limited)

/li.miˈta.βa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Establish limits or restrictions.
The contract limited the duration of the rental.
El contrato limitaba la duración del alquiler.
Reduce the scope or possibilities.
His lack of resources limited the options of the project.
Su falta de recursos limitaba las opciones del proyecto.
Control or restrict something.
The teacher limited the time to complete the test.
El maestro limitaba el tiempo para completar la prueba.

Etymology

From the Latin 'limitare', meaning 'to mark a limit'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

there are no limits
Indicates that there are no restrictions.
no hay límites
to limit oneself to
Means to stick to something specific.
limitarse a
without limit
Expresses a situation where there are no restrictions.
sin límite

Related Words

limit
Extension or boundary that marks the end of something.
límite
restriction
Condition that limits or regulates something.
restricción
control
Exercise of power over something.
control

Slang Meanings

To limit options.
You are limiting my choices.
Estás limitando mis posibilidades de elección.
To establish barriers.
You always limit our fun with your rules.
Siempre limitas nuestra diversión con tus reglas.