Aflojarlas

Aflojarlas is a Spanish verb that translates to "to loosen them" or "to loosen up." It is the imperative plural form of the verb "aflojar," meaning to loosen, slacken, or become less tight. The pronoun "las" refers to feminine plural objects. Therefore, "aflojarlas" is a direct command or suggestion to loosen a group of feminine plural items.

The context in which "aflojarlas" is used dictates its precise meaning. For example, if someone is struggling to open a jar, they might be told "afloja la tapa" (loosen the lid), and if there were multiple lids to loosen, the command might be "afloja las tapas," which could also be phrased as "aflojarlas." In a more figurative sense, "aflojarlas" could refer to loosening one's grip or becoming more relaxed. This might be used in situations where someone is holding something too tightly, either physically or metaphorically.

The verb "aflojar" itself has a range of applications. It can refer to physical loosening, such as loosening a bolt or a knot. It can also describe a decrease in intensity or effort, like "aflojar el paso" (to slow down one's pace). In financial contexts, it can mean to loosen credit conditions. When combined with the pronoun "las," the directive is specifically aimed at multiple feminine nouns that require this action of loosening.