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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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