L’espace (en. Space)

/lɛspas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Extension that separates bodies or objects in the universe.

The space between the two stars is immense.

L'espace entre les deux étoiles est immense.

Area or volume available in a given environment.

We are short on space to store all these boxes.

Nous manquons d'espace pour ranger toutes ces boîtes.

The void that exists in the universe beyond the Earth's atmosphere.

Astronauts explore space aboard the space station.

Les astronautes explorent l'espace à bord de la station spatiale.

From the Latin 'spatium' which means 'space.'

take up space

To occupy more room or to demonstrate freedom of action.

prendre de l'espace

workspace

Area or environment dedicated to the execution of a task or activity.

espace de travail

public space

Area accessible to everyone, generally outside.

espace public

spacetime

Concept merging space and time in physics.

espace-temps

airspace

Volume of air above a country or region, governed by a State.

espace aérien

intergalactic space

Space between galaxies, almost empty.

espace intergalactique

To have space

This car has a lot of space for passengers.

Cette voiture a beaucoup d'espace pour les passagers.

To play with space

In urban planning, you often have to play with space to optimize construction.

En urbanisme, on doit souvent jouer sur l'espace pour optimiser la construction.