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space, area, room
A three-dimensional area or expanse, whether physical or conceptual. Used for architectural spaces, open areas, and abstract or virtual environments.
広い空間を活かしたデザインだ。
It's a design that makes the most of the wide space.
カフェの落ち着いた空間で本を読む。
To read a book in the calm atmosphere of a café.
限られた空間を有効に使うために、収納を工夫した。
I devised storage solutions to make effective use of the limited space.
USAGE:
A versatile word used in architecture, interior design, science, and everyday conversation. Unlike 場所 (place, location) which refers to a specific spot, 空間 refers to the three-dimensional expanse itself and its quality or atmosphere.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 生活空間: living space
- 公共空間: public space
- 空間デザイン: spatial design
- 空間を活かす: to make use of space
- 仮想空間: virtual space