Restrict Meaning in English
word
ɹiˈstɹɪkt
ri-STRIKT
ɹɪstɹˈɪkt
ri-STRIKT
Definition
To limit or control what someone can do or what is allowed.
Usage & Nuances
Often used formally, especially in legal, official, or policy contexts. Common patterns: 'restrict access', 'restrict movement', 'restrict use'. Not as informal as 'hold back' or 'stop'. Sometimes confused with 'limit', but 'restrict' often implies stricter control.
Spanish: restringir - limitarPortuguese (BR): restringir - limitarPortuguese (PT): restringir - limitarChinese (Simplified): 限制Chinese (Traditional): 限制Hindi: सीमित करना - प्रतिबंधित करनाArabic: يقيّد - يحدBengali: সীমাবদ্ধ করা - নিয়ন্ত্রণ করাRussian: ограничивать - запрещать (ограничительно)Japanese: 制限するVietnamese: hạn chế - giới hạnKorean: 제한하다 - 통제하다Turkish: sınırlamak - kısıtlamakUrdu: محدود کرنا - روکنا (باضابطہ)Indonesian: membatasi - membatasi akses
Example Sentences
The school restricts the use of cell phones during class.
basic
This road is restricted to buses only.
basic
Doctors restrict sugary foods for some patients.
basic
They had to restrict travel because of the storm warnings.
natural
My parents restrict what websites I can visit at home.
natural
Some apps restrict features unless you pay for them.
natural