A1noun 1K

Space

🇬🇧 UK /["/speɪs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/speɪs/"]/

Meaning of Space

the area outside the earth’s atmosphere where all the other planets and stars are

In simple words: The area around us or a place that is empty.

Space in a sentence

• There is a lot of space between the two buildings.
• The astronauts floated in space during their mission.
• I need more space to store my books.
• In art class, we learned how to create space in our drawings.
• The universe has endless space filled with stars.

How to use Space

The word 'space' can refer to physical areas, like 'outer space', or more abstract uses, like 'personal space'. It's often used in both everyday conversation and technical contexts. Avoid using it in overly formal writings where more specific terms might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of outer 'space' — it's vast and empty, just like a blank room.

Related words

Collocations with Space

• deep
• outer
• go into
• exploration
• programme/​program
• research
• in space
• the depths of space
• the edge of space
• space and time
• large
• vast
• wide-open
• amount
• fill
• occupy
• make use of
• space between
• be short of space
• run short of space
• time and space
• large
• vast
• wide-open
• amount
• fill
• occupy
• make use of
• space between
• be short of space
• run short of space
• time and space
• large
• vast
• wide-open
• amount
• fill
• occupy
• make use of
• space between
• be short of space
• run short of space
• time and space
• long
• brief
• short
• for the space of
• in the space of
• within the space of
• a space of time
• long
• brief
• short
• for the space of
• in the space of
• within the space of
• a space of time
• deep
• outer
• go into
• exploration
• programme/​program
• research
• in space
• the depths of space
• the edge of space
• space and time

Synonyms for Space

• room

Opposites of Space

• crowded
• full
• occupied

Common mistakes with Space

• Confused with 'place' — 'space' refers more to area, while 'place' refers to a specific location.
• Using 'space' as a verb incorrectly — 'space' is generally a noun.
• Forgetting to use 'space' in compound nouns, like 'workspace' or 'living space'.

Frequently asked questions about Space

What does Space mean?

The area around us or a place that is empty.

What is the definition of Space?

the area outside the earth’s atmosphere where all the other planets and stars are

How do you use Space in a sentence?

There is a lot of space between the two buildings.

Can you give another example of Space?

The astronauts floated in space during their mission.

What are synonyms for Space?

Common alternatives include room.

What is the opposite of Space?

Opposite meanings include crowded, full, occupied.

What words go with Space?

It commonly pairs with deep, outer, go into, exploration, programme/​program, research, in space, the depths of space, the edge of space, space and time, large, vast, wide-open, amount, fill, occupy, make use of, space between, be short of space, run short of space, time and space, large, vast, wide-open, amount, fill, occupy, make use of, space between, be short of space, run short of space, time and space, large, vast, wide-open, amount, fill, occupy, make use of, space between, be short of space, run short of space, time and space, long, brief, short, for the space of, in the space of, within the space of, a space of time, long, brief, short, for the space of, in the space of, within the space of, a space of time, deep, outer, go into, exploration, programme/​program, research, in space, the depths of space, the edge of space, space and time.

What are common mistakes when using Space?

Confused with 'place' — 'space' refers more to area, while 'place' refers to a specific location. Using 'space' as a verb incorrectly — 'space' is generally a noun. Forgetting to use 'space' in compound nouns, like 'workspace' or 'living space'.

How do you pronounce Space?

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

When should I use Space?

The word 'space' can refer to physical areas, like 'outer space', or more abstract uses, like 'personal space'. It's often used in both everyday conversation and technical contexts. Avoid using it in overly formal writings where more specific terms might be preferred.

What CEFR level is Space?

"Space" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.