Limite (en. Limit)
/ˈlimite/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Definition: Physical or geographical limit that separates two territories.
Example Sentence: The river marks the limit between the two countries.
El río marca el límite entre los dos países.
Definition: Restriction or condition that defines an action or situation.
Example Sentence: There is no age limit to participate in the contest.
No hay un límite de edad para participar en el concurso.
Definition: Maximum amount allowed in some context.
Example Sentence: The speed limit on this road is 90 km/h.
El límite de speed en esta carretera es de 90 km/h.
Etymology
Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'līmitis', which means 'border' or 'boundary line'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Phrase: to cross the limit
Meaning: To exceed the established boundary or restriction.
pasar el límite
Phrase: time limit
Meaning: Date or time until which something can be done.
límite de tiempo
Phrase: to know the limits
Meaning: To know how far one can go in a situation.
saber los límites
Related Words
Related Word: unlimited
Description: Without limits; having no restriction.
ilimitado
Related Word: limitation
Description: Condition or restriction that prevents or complicates something.
limitación
Related Word: to limit
Description: To set a limit or restriction on something.
limitar
Slang Meanings
Slang Meaning: Extreme limit
Example: This level is the limit, I can't go any further.
Este nivel es el límite, no puedo avanzar más.
Slang Meaning: At the limit of tolerance
Example: I'm at the limit with this situation, I need a change.
Estoy al límite con esta situación, necesito un cambio.