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in-between space

[ɪn bɪˈtwiːn speɪs]
nounpl: in-between spaces
espaço intermediário
1. A physical or conceptual area situated between two distinct locations, objects, or states
The in-between space of the hallway connects the two rooms.
O espaço intermediário do corredor conecta os dois quartos.
2. A transitional area or state that exists during a period of change or uncertainty
The in-between space of adolescence is marked by significant personal development.
O espaço intermediário da adolescência é marcado por desenvolvimento pessoal significativo.
3. In architecture and design, the liminal space between defined functional areas
The architect designed the in-between space as an open gallery.
O arquiteto projetou o espaço intermediário como uma galeria aberta.
Synonyms
intermediate spacetransitional spaceliminal spacegapintervalinterstice
Antonyms
defined spacefixed locationbounded area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaço intermediário
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
espaço entre
Colloquial shortened form used in urban contexts
Rio de Janeiro
espaço intermediário
Standard usage, similar to general Brazilian
Portugal
espaço intermédio
European Portuguese spelling variation

Related Idioms & Phrases

caught in the in-between space
lost in the in-between
the in-between zone
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