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accessible space

[ək-ˈse-sə-bəl speɪs]
nounpl: accessible spaces
espaço acessível
1. A space or area designed to be easily reached, entered, and used by people with disabilities, including wheelchair users and those with mobility impairments
The building's accessible space includes ramps and elevators for wheelchair access.
O espaço acessível do edifício inclui rampas e elevadores para acesso em cadeira de rodas.
2. In architecture and urban planning, an area that meets accessibility standards and regulations
The parking lot has designated accessible spaces near the entrance.
O estacionamento tem espaços acessíveis designados perto da entrada.
Synonyms
accessible areawheelchair-accessible spacebarrier-free spaceuniversal design space
Antonyms
inaccessible spacebarrier-filled space

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
espaço acessível
Standard term used across Brazil in architecture and accessibility contexts
São Paulo
espaço acessível
Commonly used in urban planning and real estate discussions
Portugal
espaço acessível
Standard European Portuguese term, sometimes also 'área acessível'

Related Idioms & Phrases

make space accessible
ensure accessibility
universal design principles
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