intimate spaces
[ɪn'tɪmət speɪsɪz]
nounpl: intimate spaces
espaços íntimos
1. Personal or private areas where one feels comfortable, vulnerable, or emotionally connected; spaces that are closely associated with one's private life, body, or relationships
The bedroom and bathroom are intimate spaces in a home where people expect privacy.
O quarto e o banheiro são espaços íntimos de uma casa onde as pessoas esperam privacidade.
2. Physical or emotional spaces shared between people in close relationships, characterized by vulnerability and trust
Creating intimate spaces in a relationship requires emotional honesty and mutual respect.
Criar espaços íntimos em um relacionamento exige honestidade emocional e respeito mútuo.
3. In architecture and design, areas designated for personal or private use, separate from public or social areas
The architect designed intimate spaces throughout the residence for quiet reflection.
O arquiteto projetou espaços íntimos por toda a residência para reflexão tranquila.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'intimate spaces' is increasingly used in discussions about personal well-being, mental health, and relationship psychology. In Brazil, there's growing emphasis on respecting espaços íntimos in urban living situations where privacy is limited. The term also appears in feminist and gender discourse regarding bodily autonomy and personal safety.
NYC Slang
private zones; me-time spots
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