This is the 5005th most frequent Japanese word.
縛ら
"縛ら" is a conjugated form of the verb "縛る" (shibaru), meaning "to bind" or "to tie up."
In this sentence, the word '縛られる' (shibarareru) is the passive form of '縛る' (shibaru), meaning 'to tie or bind'. It implies being constrained by circumstances such as rules.
彼は規則に縛られている。
He is bound by the rules.
Here, '縛られない' (shibararenai) is the negative passive form, meaning 'not bound'. This expresses the absence of constraints or limitations.
自由に発言できる場には縛られない。
You are not bound in a place where you can speak freely.
In this context, '縛られる' indicates a voluntary acceptance of constraints, emphasizing personal accountability.