Within bounds Meaning in English
expression
wɪˈðɪn/, /wɪˈθɪn/ /ˈbaʊndz
wi-THIN BOWNDZ or wi-DHIN BOWNDZ
wɪðˈɪn/ /bˈaʊndz
wi-DHIN BOWNDZ
Definition
If something is within bounds, it is reasonable, acceptable, or does not exceed set limits. Often used to talk about behavior, rules, or limits.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal or semi-formal contexts, sometimes in legal or sports language ('play within bounds'). Can refer to both rules and expectations. Contrasts with 'out of bounds', meaning not allowed.
Spanish: dentro de los límites - razonablePortuguese (BR): dentro dos limites - razoávelPortuguese (PT): dentro dos limites - razoávelChinese (Simplified): 在合理范围内 - 不越界Chinese (Traditional): 在合理範圍內 - 不越界Hindi: सीमाओं के भीतर - तर्कसंगतArabic: ضمن الحدود - معقولBengali: সীমার মধ্যে - গ্রহণযোগ্য সীমার মধ্যেRussian: в пределах допустимого - в рамках правилJapanese: 範囲内で - 許容範囲内でVietnamese: trong giới hạn - trong phạm vi cho phépKorean: 허용 범위 내에서 - 규정 범위 내에서Turkish: sınırlar içinde - kabul edilebilir sınırlar dahilindeUrdu: حدود میں - جائز حدود میںIndonesian: dalam batas - dalam batas yang wajar
Example Sentences
Your request is within bounds and can be approved.
basic
Please keep your comments within bounds during the meeting.
basic
His actions were within bounds according to the rules.
basic
Criticism is fine, as long as it stays within bounds.
natural
We can negotiate, but let's keep it within bounds and respectful.
natural
Most parents are okay with some risk, as long as it’s within bounds.
natural