en aprietos
en aprietos
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. struggling
Esta recesión ha dado como resultado una gran cantidad de pequeñas empresas en aprietos.This recession has resulted in a lot of struggling small businesses.
b. in dire straits
Si bien la economía ha empezado a recuperarse, muchas familias se encuentran todavía en aprietos.Although the economy has started to recover, many families still find themselves in dire straits.
c. in a tight spot
¿A quién recurrirías si te encontraras en aprietos? - A mi amiga Camila, sin duda.Who would you turn to if you were in a tight spot? - My friend Camila, without a doubt.
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