Spanish Conversation · Level 47
75 words
Spanish word
limitación
Pronunciation
IPA/limitaˈθjon/
Meaning
- feminine nounlimitation
Example
Hay una limitación en el uso de este servicio.
There is a limitation on the use of this service.
More examples
La limitación de edad impide la entrada de menores.
The age restriction prevents minors from entering.
Core concept
A partly closed gate blocking a path.
Common phrases
limitación de edad
age restriction
limitación de velocidad
speed limit
poner una limitación
impose a limitation
Similar words
límite: Limit of how far movement or use is permitted.
restricción: Rule that forbids or narrows certain actions or uses.
tope: Established ceiling that defines the highest allowable amount.
cupo: Allocated maximum number of spots available for participants or users.
Definition in Spanish
Condición que reduce la posibilidad o el grado en que se puede realizar una acción o existir algo.
Word origin
From Latin limit- (from limes 'boundary') plus the noun-forming suffix -ción, originally denoting a boundary and now a restricting condition.
Usage tips
- Often appears with verbs like tener, poner, or establecer, and when speaking of ability or health Spanish commonly uses the plural limitaciones.