L'espace (en. Space)

/lɛs.pas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Volume or extent in which objects or beings are found.

He needs space to work.

Il a besoin d'espace pour travailler.

Area that can be used for an activity.

This park is a beautiful space for relaxation.

Ce parc est un bel espace de détente.

The universe considered as a whole.

The space is filled with stars and galaxies.

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

From the Latin 'spatium', meaning 'extent, space'.

take up space

to need more space or privacy.

prendre de l'espace

make space

to free up space for something.

faire de l'espace

spacetime

Concept in physics that combines space and time.

espace-temps

personal space

Area around a person that they consider their private sphere.

espace personnel

In the digital context, refers to a storage space.

I have more space on my cloud now.

J'ai plus d'espace sur mon cloud maintenant.

Used to describe a situation without constraints.

This place is so relaxing, I feel like I have space.

Cet endroit est tellement relaxant, j'ai l'impression d'avoir de l'espace.