A2noun 1K

Gap

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɡæp/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɡæp/"]/

Meaning of Gap

a space where something is missing

In simple words: An empty space or opening between two things.

Gap in a sentence

• There was a gap in the fence that allowed the rabbits to escape.
• You need to fill the gap in your knowledge if you want to pass the exam.
• The gap between the two buildings is narrow, but it's still a passage.
• The teacher noticed a gap in understanding during the math lesson.
• There were several gaps in the road that needed to be repaired.

How to use Gap

Used to describe a space, difference, or interval. Can refer to physical spaces, like gaps in a fence, or abstract concepts, like a gap in knowledge. Avoid in overly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'gap' as a 'gap in a fence' where something could slip through.

Related words

Collocations with Gap

• big
• enormous
• great
• create
• leave
• identify
• gap in
• a gap in the market
• big
• huge
• large
• leave
• fill
• seal
• appear
• open up
• through a/​the gap
• gap between
• gap in
• long
• short
• two-year
• fill
• year
• after a/​the gap
• gap between
• gap in
• big
• enormous
• huge
• address
• bridge
• close
• open up
• grow
• widen
• gap between

Synonyms for Gap

• space
• opening
• hole
• difference
• interval

Opposites of Gap

• closure
• unity
• conformity

Common mistakes with Gap

• Using 'gap' instead of 'gaps' when referring to multiple spaces.
• Confusing 'gap' with 'gape', which means to stare.
• Using 'gap' when referring only to differences in opinion without context.

Frequently asked questions about Gap

What does Gap mean?

An empty space or opening between two things.

What is the definition of Gap?

a space where something is missing

How do you use Gap in a sentence?

There was a gap in the fence that allowed the rabbits to escape.

Can you give another example of Gap?

You need to fill the gap in your knowledge if you want to pass the exam.

What are synonyms for Gap?

Common alternatives include space, opening, hole, difference, interval.

What is the opposite of Gap?

Opposite meanings include closure, unity, conformity.

What words go with Gap?

It commonly pairs with big, enormous, great, create, leave, identify, gap in, a gap in the market, big, huge, large, leave, fill, seal, appear, open up, through a/​the gap, gap between, gap in, long, short, two-year, fill, year, after a/​the gap, gap between, gap in, big, enormous, huge, address, bridge, close, open up, grow, widen, gap between.

What are common mistakes when using Gap?

Using 'gap' instead of 'gaps' when referring to multiple spaces. Confusing 'gap' with 'gape', which means to stare. Using 'gap' when referring only to differences in opinion without context.

How do you pronounce Gap?

US: /["/ɡæp/"]/, UK: /["/ɡæp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Gap?

Used to describe a space, difference, or interval. Can refer to physical spaces, like gaps in a fence, or abstract concepts, like a gap in knowledge. Avoid in overly formal writing.

What CEFR level is Gap?

"Gap" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.