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    Muralla (en. Wall)

    /muˈraʎa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A thick wall that defends a city or fort.
    The ancient wall of the city is impressive.
    La muralla antigua de la ciudad es impresionante.
    Any type of restriction or limitation.
    The bureaucratic wall complicates the process.
    La muralla burocrática dificulta el proceso.
    An obstacle that impedes communication or closeness.
    Cultural differences can create a wall between people.
    Las diferencias culturales pueden crear una muralla entre las personas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'muralis', which means 'pertaining to the wall'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To break down the wall
    To eliminate the barriers that hinder communication.
    derribar la muralla
    Wall of silence
    A situation in which information or words are not exchanged.
    muralla de silencio

    Related Words

    Wall
    A wall that can serve as a separation or protection.
    muro
    Bulwark
    Part of a fortification that protrudes from the rest.
    baluarte

    Slang Meanings

    Difficulty or hindrance in a situation.
    The wall between us is hard to overcome.
    La muralla entre nosotros es difícil de superar.
    Invisible barrier in personal relationships.
    Sometimes it seems like there is a wall between friends.
    A veces parece que hay una muralla entre amigos.