Limitado (en. Limited)

/limiˈtaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That lacks sufficient ability or resources.
His knowledge of the subject is limited.
Su conocimiento sobre el tema es limitado.
That is restricted or confined to a certain area.
Access is limited to only some users.
El acceso es limitado a solo algunos usuarios.
That is found in small quantities or in a not very wide extent.
There is a limited time to complete the project.
Hay un tiempo limitado para completar el proyecto.

Etymology

From Latin 'limitatus', participle of 'limitare', which means to set limits.

Common Phrases and Expressions

limited capacity
Restricted ability or power to perform certain actions.
capacidad limitada
limited resources
Restricted amount of available means.
recursos limitados
limited time
Restricted period to carry out an activity.
tiempo limitado

Related Words

limit
Point or line that cannot be surpassed.
límite
restrict
To impose restrictions or limits on something.
restringir
scarce
That exists in small quantity.
escaso

Slang Meanings

Person with little knowledge or skills.
That guy is a bit limited in understanding complex things.
Ese tipo es un poco limitado para entender cosas complejas.
Someone who does not dare to step out of their comfort zone.
He always stays at home, he is very limited.
Siempre se queda en casa, es muy limitado.