空間
Meanings
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A general noun for physical or abstract space, including available room, an open or defined area, and the space above or around something. For official or regulated airspace, 空域 or 領空 may be more precise.
There is no room in this room to put a desk.
A large open space spreads out at the museum entrance.
They installed a sign by using the space above the building.
Usage patterns
- 空間を確保するto secure/make space
I got rid of some bookshelves to secure space for working.
- 空間を利用するto make use of a space
We're using the dead space as storage space.
- 〈形容詞〉空間a [adjective] kind of space (e.g. cozy, open)
This café is a calm space where you can relax.
- 空間が広がるfor a space to open up/expand
When we removed the wall, the room's space opened up.
Expressions
- 空間内inside a space; within a space