This is the 7712th most frequent Spanish word.
ligas
"Leagues" or "rubber bands," depending on context.
Here, 'ligas' refers to rubber bands, common flexible loops made of elastic material used for bundling items.
Las ligas que usas para ajustar los papeles son útiles.
The rubber bands you use to secure the papers are useful.
In this sentence, 'ligas' means sports leagues, which are organized groups for competitive play in various sports.
Participó en las ligas deportivas locales.
They participated in the local sports leagues.
Here, 'ligas' refers figuratively to a higher tier or level within a domain or profession, often implying excellence.