hung1 wai2空位
Jyutpinghung1 wai2
Yalehūng wái
Definition
An empty space, vacant seat, or opening that can accommodate people or objects.
colloquialdaily actionsplaces
How it's used
Focuses specifically on physical capacity or availability rather than abstract space. It is commonly used in contexts like public transport, parking, or storage where one is checking if something can fit or if someone can sit down. Unlike the more general 地方, this implies a specific slot or gap that is currently unoccupied.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
Is there still any space here?
The cabinet is completely full.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to refer to open areas or outdoor space, which would be better described as 地方 or 位置. It specifically denotes a vacancy or a gap that is meant to be filled.
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