bounds
word · lemma: bound
/ˈbaʊndz/
/bˈaʊndz/
Definition
The limits or borders that define where something ends; can refer to physical edges or abstract limits (such as rules or possibilities).
Usage & Nuances
Mostly plural ('the bounds of'), quite formal; common in the phrase 'know no bounds' (meaning unlimited). Often about abstract limits (e.g., 'bounds of reason'), or physical borders. Not to be confused with 'bounce' (jump). Can also mean a leap in very old-fashioned English.
Spanish: límites - fronterasPortuguese (BR): limites - fronteirasPortuguese (PT): limites - fronteirasChinese (Simplified): 界限 - 边界Chinese (Traditional): 界限 - 邊界Hindi: सीमा - सीमाएँArabic: حدودBengali: সীমা - সীমানাRussian: границы - пределыJapanese: 境界 - 境限Vietnamese: giới hạn - ranh giớiKorean: 경계 - 한계Turkish: sınırlar - hudutlarUrdu: حدودIndonesian: batas - perbatasan
Example Sentences
You must stay within the bounds of this area.
basic
There are strict bounds on what you can do here.
basic
The fence marks the bounds of our property.
basic
His creativity knows no bounds.
natural
We need to set clear bounds for the discussion.
natural
Trust between them grew by leaps and bounds.
natural