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inaccessible space

[/ˌɪnækˈsɛsəbl speɪs/]
nounpl: inaccessible spaces
espaço inacessível
1. An area or location that cannot be reached, entered, or used due to physical, legal, or other barriers
The attic was an inaccessible space for people with mobility issues.
O sótão era um espaço inacessível para pessoas com problemas de mobilidade.
2. In architecture and design, a confined area that is difficult or impossible to enter for maintenance or repair
The inspector found several inaccessible spaces behind the walls that could harbor pests.
O inspetor encontrou vários espaços inacessíveis atrás das paredes que poderiam abrigar pragas.
Synonyms
unreachable areaoff-limits spacerestricted areaunavailable spaceespaço intransitávelzona interdita
Antonyms
accessible spaceopen areareachable spaceespaço acessívelzona livre

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaço inacessível
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
espaço inacessível / área intransitável
Both terms used interchangeably in urban contexts
Portugal
espaço inacessível / zona inacessível
Standard usage; 'zona' often preferred for larger areas

Related Idioms & Phrases

behind closed doors
out of reach
fora do alcance
longe demais para chegar
zona proibida
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