Espace (en. Space)

/ɛspaʊs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Available or occupied volume.

There is a lot of space in this office.

Il y a beaucoup d'espace dans ce bureau.

Interval between objects.

The space between the chairs is too narrow.

L'espace entre les chaises est trop étroit.

Universe as an infinite continuation.

The space is filled with stars and planets.

L'espace est rempli d'étoiles et de planètes.

From the Latin 'spatium', meaning an expanse, an interval.

personal space

The area around a person where they feel comfortable.

espace personnel

workspace

Area used to accomplish professional tasks.

espace de travail

public space

Area accessible to everyone, such as a park or a street.

espace public

vital space

Minimum volume necessary to live and move.

espace vital

spacetime

Concept that combines the three dimensions of space and the dimension of time.

espace-temps

intergalactic space

Region of the universe between galaxies.

espace intergalactique

Synonym for unknown or mystery.

This situation is really a space to explore.

Cette situation est vraiment un espace à explorer.

Refers to an environment conducive to creativity.

This café has a good space to work.

Ce café a un bon espace pour travailler.