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    Rienda (en. Rein)

    /ˈrjenda/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A strap or rope used to direct and control the movements of a horse.
    The rider took the reins firmly.
    El jinete tomó las riendas con firmeza.
    Control over something or someone.
    We must take the reins of the project to make it work.
    Debemos tomar las riendas del proyecto para que funcione.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'rienda', which in turn has roots in the verb 'reendere', related to the concept of delivering or leading.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    take the reins
    To take control or responsibility for a situation.
    tomar las riendas
    give free rein
    To allow someone to act freely or without restrictions.
    dar rienda suelta
    free rein to the imagination
    To let creativity flow without limits.
    rienda suelta a la imaginación

    Related Words

    horse
    Mammal, herbivore, used for riding, pulling, and as a working animal.
    caballo
    rider
    A person who rides a horse.
    jinete
    rope
    Thick rope made of natural or synthetic fibers used for various purposes.
    soga

    Slang Meanings

    To be in control.
    At work, I am always in charge of my projects.
    En el trabajo, siempre estoy a las riendas de mis proyectos.
    To be left without control.
    After that party, everyone was left without control.
    Después de esa fiesta, todos se quedaron sin riendas.