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空隙 (くうげき) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
gap ; opening ; void ; aperture
Refers to a physical empty space, gap, or opening, often used in technical, scientific, or formal contexts. Can also be used figuratively for a gap in knowledge or a void.
Kanji 隙 crevice, fissure, discord Similar words 隙すき 間ま 隙間 is a more common, everyday word for a gap or crevice, while 空隙 is more formal and often used in technical or abstract contexts.
空くう 白はく 空白 refers to a blank space or emptiness, often on a surface or in a document, whereas 空隙 emphasizes a three-dimensional void or opening.
Etymology Compound of 空 (くう, 'empty') and 隙 (げき, 'gap'). The reading げき for 隙 is the on'yomi, making this a Sino-Japanese word.
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