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espacio
/esˈpaθjo/
space
Hay mucho espacio en esta habitación.
There is a lot of space in this room.
general
A continuous area or expanse that is free, available, or unoccupied.
El espacio entre las estrellas es enorme.
The space between the stars is enormous.
Can refer to physical space, time, or abstract concepts like personal space.
general
A period or interval of time.
Necesito un poco de espacio para pensar.
I need some space to think.
Often used metaphorically to describe emotional or mental distance.
general
A designated area or section, such as in a publication or digital platform.
Este artículo ocupa un espacio importante en el periódico.
This article takes up an important space in the newspaper.
Common in media and publishing contexts.
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Pro Tip
Physical vs. Abstract
'Espacio' can refer to both physical areas and abstract concepts like time or emotional distance.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning of 'espacio' depends heavily on context, so pay attention to surrounding words.
Word Origin
From Latin 'spatium', meaning 'space, room, extent'.
Usage Notes
In Spanish, 'espacio' can refer to both physical and abstract concepts, similar to English 'space'.
Word Breakdown
es-
intensive prefix
prefix-pacio
from Latin 'spatium'
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