English–Spanish

“narrow” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsoangosto · estrechar

Pronunciation

IPA/esˈtɾetʃo/

Example

La calle es estrecha.

The street is narrow.

Illustration for estrecho (narrow)

How to say “narrow” in Spanish

“Narrow” in Spanish is estrecho.

A narrow passage between two walls.

Full entry for estrecho: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with estrecho

Tenemos una relación estrecha con nuestros vecinos.

We have a close relationship with our neighbors.

Tips for using estrecho

  • When referring to people or relationships, estrecho commonly appears after relación or vínculo (relación estrecha) to mean close or intimate, while as a noun el estrecho denotes a maritime strait.

Other Spanish words for “narrow”

El pasillo es angosto.

The hallway is narrow.

Después del puente, la calle se estrechó.

After the bridge, the street narrowed.

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