How to Say "Space" in Italian

spazio

/ˈspat.t͡sjo/

The English word "space" translates to spazio in Italian.

spazio refers to a gap, an empty place. Much like in English, it is also the term used to refer to outer space.

Meaning: a gap, an empty place (noun)

Which one should you use?

While spazio can mean physical room or a gap, it is also used to refer to outer space, just like in English.

spazio is a masculine singular noun used for a single gap or area. Its masculine plural form is spazi.

The pronunciation of spazio is /ˈspat.tsjo/. It has 2 syllables, and the stress is on the 1st syllable.

In Italian, the adjective spaziale can be used as a slang term to describe something 'out of this world' or 'fantastic'. It describes something so great that it transcends earthly limits.
When talking about your 'personal space', Italians use the phrase spazio vitale, which literally translates to 'vital space'.
The word spazio comes from the Latin 'spatium', which also gave rise to the Old Italian word spazzo meaning 'floor'.

Ho bisogno di spazio.
I need space.
This sentence is useful for expressing a need for spazio.
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Dacci un po' di spazio.
Give us some space.
This sentence is useful for asking someone to give spazio.
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C'è un sacco di spazio.
There's plenty of space.
This sentence is useful for stating that there is a lot of spazio.
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Il teatro aveva uno spazio limitato per gli spettatori.
The theater had limited space for the audience.
L'ambiente di lavoro offre spazio per la creatività.
The work environment provides space for creativity.
Vuoi un posto nel parcheggio? C'è molto spazio disponibile.
Do you want a spot in the parking lot? There is plenty of space available.
Mi serve il mio spazio vitale quando lavoro.
I need my personal space when I'm working.
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Sofia and Francesco are trying to organize a small apartment.

Sofia

Francesco, non c'è spazio per la mia scrivania.
Francesco, there is no space for my desk.
Francesco

Possiamo spostare questo armadio per fare spazio.
We can move this wardrobe to make space.
Sofia

Hai ragione, proviamo subito.
You are right, let's try immediately.
Francesco

Sì, così avremo più spazio per tutto.
Yes, that way we will have more space for everything.

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