Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA |
|---|---|
| sin ataduras | /sin ataduɾas/ (from spelling rules) |
| sin compromiso | /sin kompɾomiso/ (from spelling rules) |
Both phrases describe a situation where there are no conditions or obligations attached to an action or relationship.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase sin ataduras literally translates to 'without ties' or 'without bindings'.
Which one should you use?
The two forms have different nuances. Sin ataduras is often used to emphasize a sense of freedom or a lack of restriction. In contrast, sin compromiso focuses more specifically on the lack of formal obligation or commitment, making it a common way to express 'no strings attached' in the context of business deals or personal relationships. You may also use the informal phrase Sin compromisos ni condiciones to convey the same idea of having no commitments or conditions.
How do you pronounce it?
/sin ataduɾas/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, saying sin compromiso when offering a gift or favor is a polite way to ensure the recipient does not feel a social debt.
- The word compromiso is a false friend for English speakers because it can mean 'commitment' or 'promise' but it also means 'compromise' in the sense of a mutual concession.
- The word sin is a direct linguistic relative of the English word 'sans', which is used in many English phrases to mean 'without'.
Examples in context
- Vamos a comer juntos, sin compromisoLet's have a meal together, no strings attached
- Te ayudo sin compromisos ni condicionesI'll help you with no strings attached
- Es una relación sin ataduras.It is a relationship without strings attached.
- Puedes probarlo sin compromiso.You can try it with no strings attached.
- Quiero un amor sin ataduras.I want a love without strings attached.
- Ella busca una relación sin ataduras.She is looking for a relationship without strings attached.
- Vivimos nuestra vida sin ataduras.We live our lives without strings attached.
Example conversation
Mateo and Sofía are discussing their casual relationship over coffee.
- MateoSofía, ¿buscas algo serio?Sofía, are you looking for something serious?
- SofíaNo, prefiero algo sin ataduras.No, I prefer something with no strings attached.
- MateoA mí también me gusta así.I like it that way too.
- SofíaEntonces estamos de acuerdo, Mateo.Then we are in agreement, Mateo.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “no strings attached” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries compromiso, sin, CC BY-SA 4.0.
