gaps
word · lemma: gap
Definition
Gaps are spaces or openings between things, or missing parts in something. 'Gaps' can also refer to differences or things that are lacking, such as knowledge or understanding.
Usage & Nuances
'Gaps' can be physical (walls, teeth), abstract (knowledge, age, income), or figurative (gaps in logic). Common collocations: 'fill the gaps', 'bridge the gap', 'generation gap'. Often plural when talking about missing information or differences.
Spanish: brechas - huecos - lagunasPortuguese (BR): lacunas - falhas - intervalosPortuguese (PT): lacunas - falhas - intervalosChinese (Simplified): 空隙 - 缺口 - 差距Chinese (Traditional): 空隙 - 缺口 - 差距Hindi: खामियां - अंतराल - खाली जगहेंArabic: فجوات - ثغرات - فراغات
Example Sentences
There are gaps between the fence posts.
basic
She filled the gaps in her story.
basic
We noticed some gaps in your knowledge.
basic
The report highlights gaps in healthcare access.
natural
There are still gaps between what we promised and what we delivered.
natural
Mind the gaps when stepping off the train.
natural