Questions about example sentences with, and the definition and usage of "Limit"
The meaning of "Limit" in various phrases and sentences
Q:
What does limit(s)/limitation(s) mean?
A:
@morrisononodje a limitation is a restriction. “This technique is useful but it has its limitations” means that it only helps up to a certain point and then it won’t be useful. “Please don’t ask me to sing - I know my limitations” means I know that singing is beyond my capabilities. “Our findings illustrate the limitations of this treatment” means the treat will help with some things but it won’t cure the illness entirely.
A speed limit is the maximum speed you can drive at. You are restricted at the speed limit and cannot go above it.
A speed limit is the maximum speed you can drive at. You are restricted at the speed limit and cannot go above it.
Q:
What does There’s no limit on access to the nature reserve and this will continue to be the case. mean?
A:
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There's no limit on the access to the nature reserve and this will continue to be the case.
その自然保護区には自由に入ることができ、今後もそうである/今後も変わらない。
There's no limit on the access to the nature reserve and this will continue to be the case.
その自然保護区には自由に入ることができ、今後もそうである/今後も変わらない。
Q:
What does utter? "utter limit" mean?
A:
Utter means the most, absolute, highest amount.
Utter limit means it's reached full capacity.
Utter limit means it's reached full capacity.
Q:
What does •the full-in limit switch
•the full-out limit switch
In Japanese? mean?
•the full-out limit switch
In Japanese? mean?
A:
It sounds like a switch that is activated when the hoist reaches its maximum roll out state or roll in state. I think it's purpose is to prevent the hoist from damaging itself by rolling too far in or out.
Q:
What does take it to the limit mean?
A:
It means to put forth your most sincere effort towards completing any activity that may be difficult
Example sentences using "Limit"
Q:
Please show me example sentences with Off limits .
A:
"The staff only rooms are off limits to students. You aren't allowed to go in there."
"My room is off limits! No little brothers are allowed to come in."
"The stove is off limits to the kids. The kids aren't allowed to touch the stove."
"The display in the museum was off limits. Guests were not allowed to touch it."
Off limits can also mean "don't go near it" or "Don't interact with it". Like in reference to people:
"My daughter is off limits until she's 21! I won't let any boys date her until then."
This would mean the speaker doesn't want any boys thinking they're allowed to date his daughter.
"My room is off limits! No little brothers are allowed to come in."
"The stove is off limits to the kids. The kids aren't allowed to touch the stove."
"The display in the museum was off limits. Guests were not allowed to touch it."
Off limits can also mean "don't go near it" or "Don't interact with it". Like in reference to people:
"My daughter is off limits until she's 21! I won't let any boys date her until then."
This would mean the speaker doesn't want any boys thinking they're allowed to date his daughter.
Q:
Please show me example sentences with off limits .
A:
The second floor is off limits to customers.
The bar is off limits to people under 18.
I have a crush on him, but he has a girlfriend, so he's off limits.
The bar is off limits to people under 18.
I have a crush on him, but he has a girlfriend, so he's off limits.
Q:
Please show me example sentences with limit.
A:
‘I’m at my limit’
‘The limit is 20km’
‘There is a limit on the elivator’
‘The limit is 20km’
‘There is a limit on the elivator’
Q:
Please show me example sentences with limit limitation (difference？).
A:
Don't limit yourself, learn everything you can.
It's wise to know your limitations.
Don't let this be a limitation to your goals.
It's wise to know your limitations.
Don't let this be a limitation to your goals.
Q:
Please show me example sentences with take it to the limit.
A:
You can say 'I rode the bike as fast as I could to try and take it to the limit.'
Synonyms of "Limit" and their differences
Q:
What is the difference between limit and limitation ?
A:
Limit means the maximum amount that something can go/do. Limitation means a restriction to of the ability to do something.
Q:
What is the difference between limit and limitation ?
A:
Limit: Means a maximum capacity of something.
Example — That bottle has a limit of 250oz or The limit of the house is the street.
Limitation: Means an incapability to do something or the rules of a place
Example — My illness is my limitation or The limitations of the school are that you can’t use your phone.
Both are synonymous so if you use one instead of the other, it’s correct (only if the sentences makes sense)
Hope I helped you😁
Example — That bottle has a limit of 250oz or The limit of the house is the street.
Limitation: Means an incapability to do something or the rules of a place
Example — My illness is my limitation or The limitations of the school are that you can’t use your phone.
Both are synonymous so if you use one instead of the other, it’s correct (only if the sentences makes sense)
Hope I helped you😁
Q:
What is the difference between limit and boarder ?
A:
limit is a point or level beyond which something cannot pass
and border is the line of limit, in many cases.
example: A country's border is the limit for it's citizen and they can not go further from it.
and border is the line of limit, in many cases.
example: A country's border is the limit for it's citizen and they can not go further from it.
Q:
What is the difference between limit and limitation ?
A:
A limitation is a shortcoming or incapability to achieve certain things.
A limit is a measurable quantity.
A limit is a measurable quantity.
Q:
What is the difference between "i'm hitting the limit" and "i'm hitting the breaking point" ?
A:
Both have the same meaning (synonym)
If something or someone has reached breaking point/ reached their limit, they have so many problems or difficulties that they can no longer cope with them, and may soon collapse or be unable to continue.
If something or someone has reached breaking point/ reached their limit, they have so many problems or difficulties that they can no longer cope with them, and may soon collapse or be unable to continue.
Translations of "Limit"
Q:
How do you say this in English (US)? "There is no limit of human's greed" does it make sense?
A:
“There is no limit to human greed” is better
Q:
How do you say this in English (US)? limit
A:
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Q:
How do you say this in English (UK)? the limits I have that the limits I believe in
A:
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Q:
How do you say this in English (US)? your only limit is your soul
A:
あなたの唯一の限界は命だけ
Other questions about "Limit"
Q:
The upper limit of expense is set for 3000yen per person, so please make sure not to exceed the limit when you make a reservation. Does this sound natural?
A:
Although to be completely correct, you'd say "is set at"
Q:
（Sorry, but I only want to ask native English speakers.）
You should set the limit to challenge to become a musician. It's not a job everyone gets. Does this sound natural?
You should set the limit to challenge to become a musician. It's not a job everyone gets. Does this sound natural?
A:
You should set the limit not to challenge but to become a musician. It's not a job that everyone gets.
Q:
I’m only held by the limit inside my soul
The voice in my heart -
I trust it will break the mold that it holds
↑
What does "mold" mean ?
The voice in my heart -
I trust it will break the mold that it holds
↑
What does "mold" mean ?
A:
In this case, mold = 鋳型
A container used to give shape to other things.
The phrase "breaking the mold" means "acting differently than you (or someone else) usually acts."
A container used to give shape to other things.
The phrase "breaking the mold" means "acting differently than you (or someone else) usually acts."
Q:
"I'm held by the limit"
means something like
I'm pressed for time. ?
means something like
I'm pressed for time. ?
A:
I don't hear many people say "I'm held by the limit" but if they do I think it means they are not allowed to do something. I'm pressed for time means that they are busy.
Q:
What's your limit of push-ups? Does this sound natural?
A:
no it depends on the context when you say it. If you say "what's your limit" when you are drinking or talking about drinking, then yes, it has to deal with drinking alchohol. If you're talking about push ups, then "what's your limit" means "how many pushups can you do". It can go with anything
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