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空隙
kòngxì
Description
“空隙”是指两个东西中间的小空间,比如墙上的缝或者时间上的空当。
"空隙" refers to a small space between two things, like a crack in the wall or a gap in time.
我们常说“利用空隙”来做别的事情。
We often say "利用空隙" to mean using the gap to do other things.
Meanings
空隙kòngxì
gap; empty space between things
墙上有一个小空隙。
There is a small gap in the wall.
空隙kòngxì
free interval of time; spare moment
我利用工作的空隙喝了杯水。
I took a drink of water during a break at work.
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Notes
- Etymology
空 (empty) + 隙 (crack/gap), literally an empty crack.
- Nuance
空隙 can mean physical gaps or free time; 缝隙 is only physical.
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