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空间

kōngjiān

Description

“空间”指的是物体存在的地方,也可以指房间里能用的位置。

"空间" refers to the place where objects exist, and can also mean the usable area in a room.

我们常说“空间大”或者“网络空间”。

We often say "空间大" (large space) or "网络空间" (cyberspace).

Meanings

空间kōngjiān

space; room; available area

这个房间空间很大。

This room is very spacious.

空间kōngjiān

outer space; the universe

人类想去太空空间探索。

Humans want to explore outer space.

空间kōngjiān

scope; room for development

这份工作有很大的发展空间。

This job has great potential for growth.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    空 (empty) + 间 (interval/space) — literally 'empty interval'.

  • Nuance

    空间 is abstract/physical space, while 房间 means a concrete room.

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