espace
/ɛs.pas/
The English word space can be translated into French as espace.
espace is a noun used to refer to a gap or an empty place. You can use the phrase espace virtuel to mean virtual space, and the phrase espace de travail is used to talk about workspace.
Meaning: a gap, an empty place (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of espace is espaces.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɛs.pas/
Did you know?
- If you are talking about the amount of room available in a room, you would more commonly use the word place instead of espace.
- To express the concept of 'personal space' in a social setting, French speakers often use the phrase bulle personnelle rather than espace personnel.
- In certain French contexts, particularly in older literature, the word espace was sometimes used to describe a 'period of time' rather than a physical gap.
Examples in context
- L'espace n'est pas réel.Space is fake.This sentence illustrates a use of espace.Tatoeba #12147892 by Rovo, translation #11937844 by shekitten
- Il avait besoin d'espace.He needed space.This sentence shows a use of espace.Tatoeba #11964026 by Amastan, translation #2867092 by Amastan
- Ils veulent plus d'espace.They want more space.Tatoeba #5329148 by Aiji, translation #4502816 by CK
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Example conversation
Emma and Lucas are moving furniture in a small room.
- EmmaIl n'y a plus d'espace ici.There is no more space here.
- LucasPeux-tu créer un peu d'espace ?Can you create a little space?
- EmmaOui, je vais pousser cette table.Yes, I will push this table.
- LucasParfait, maintenant nous avons de l'espace.Perfect, now we have space.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry espace, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
