Sueltas (en. Loose)

/ˈsweltas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The loose items are those that are not secured or tied.
The loose leaves were flying with the wind.
Las hojas sueltas volaban con el viento.
Loose in a context of free or uncontrolled movements.
The dog was running loose in the park.
El perro corría suelto en el parque.
adjective
Refers to something that is not fitted or fixed.
I like loose shirts for the summer.
Me gustan las camisas sueltas para el verano.
That has no restrictions or is not controlled.
The conversation became loose and fun.
La conversación se volvió suelta y divertida.

Etymology

From the verb 'to release', which means to set free or let go.

Common Phrases and Expressions

leave it to chance
Letting things happen without planning.
sueltas a la suerte
to be free
Being free or unrestricted.
andar suelto
to give free rein
Allowing something to occur without control.
dar suelta

Related Words

to release
To free or let something fall.
soltar
loose
That is not fitted or controlled.
suelto
free
Without restrictions or limitations.
libre

Slang Meanings

To have a carefree attitude.
At the party, everyone was loose and dancing without worries.
En la fiesta, todos estaban sueltos y bailaban sin preocupaciones.
To speak without a filter or constraints.
When he lets loose, he tells things he normally wouldn't say.
Cuando se suelta, cuenta cosas que normalmente no diría.