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spacing

Pronunciation: [ˈspeɪsɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use spacing in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “design”

(noun) the amount of space between things. It helps to make things look organized and easy to read. Just like when you put your toys on a shelf and leave some space between them so they don’t look crowded.

Example

The spacing between the letters in her handwriting made it easy to read.

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The spacing in this room is too tight; it makes it hard to move around.

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How can we improve the spacing on this page for better reading?

Context: “geometry”

(noun) the distance between objects or areas. This is important in math or when building things, like how far apart trees should be planted in a garden.

Example

The spacing between the trees in the park allows them to grow big and strong.

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If the spacing is too small, the plants won't have enough room to thrive.

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What is the correct spacing needed for these plants?

Context: “design”

(verb) to arrange things with space between them. It's like when you decide to put your crayons in a box with gaps so you can see each color clearly.

Example

She is spacing the pictures evenly on the wall to make a nice display.

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He didn't space the chairs correctly, and now they’re too close together.

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How should I space these items for the best look?

How to pronounce spacing

Pronunciation: [ˈspeɪsɪŋ]

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