空
make space; vacant; empty space; control
Meanings
4 senses · 16 examplesverb
make space; vacate; leave blank
Used to describe leaving a certain amount of space, time or position for someone or something.
When writing an essay, leave two spaces at the beginning of each paragraph.
I will free up one day next week to go shopping with you.
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Please leave the front seats empty for the elderly.
He cleared a corner of the study to put a bookshelf.
He set aside the entire weekend to prepare for the exam.
adjective
unoccupied; unused; vacant
Describes spaces, areas or containers that are not being used.
There is a large blank space on this paper where you can write.
This vacant land can be used to build a parking lot.
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The carriage is quite empty, we can find a seat anywhere.
This warehouse is empty now and hasn't stored any goods yet.
This hotel still has vacant rooms, you can check in directly.
noun
vacant space; free time
informalOften used in the colloquial form ～儿, refers to both physical space and available time.
There are many blank spaces on this form that need to be filled in.
The room is so full that there's not even space to stand.
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When will you have time to come over to my house for a chat?
I don't have any free time to go to the movies today.
The vacant spots in this parking lot have all been taken.
verb
accuse; charge; control
formalA variant usage of 控3, mainly used in classical Chinese and formal written language.
The official was charged with bribery and corruption.