Signification
Clearing an area for something.
Contexte culturel
The phrase 'Aggiungi un posto a tavola' (Add a seat at the table) is a famous song and musical title that perfectly encapsulates the 'fare spazio' mentality of Italian hospitality. In the South, 'fare spazio' often involves physical touch—patting a seat or pulling someone into a circle. Personal space boundaries are often smaller than in Northern Europe. With the rise of 'minimalismo' in cities like Milan, 'fare spazio' is now frequently used in the context of sustainability and reducing consumption. The phrase is used to discuss 'quote rosa' (gender quotas) or making room for diversity in traditionally conservative sectors.
Use with 'un po' di'
It sounds more natural to say 'fare un po' di spazio' (make a bit of space) than just 'fare spazio'.
Avoid 'Fare Camera'
Never use 'camera' for space. It only means a room (like a bedroom).
Signification
Clearing an area for something.
Use with 'un po' di'
It sounds more natural to say 'fare un po' di spazio' (make a bit of space) than just 'fare spazio'.
Avoid 'Fare Camera'
Never use 'camera' for space. It only means a room (like a bedroom).
Reflexive for Success
Use 'farsi spazio' when talking about your career to sound like a determined professional.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'fare spazio'.
Noi __________ in garage per la nuova macchina.
The subject is 'Noi', so the verb 'fare' must be conjugated as 'facciamo'.
Which sentence is correct?
How do you ask someone to make room for you on a bench?
'Fare spazio' uses the preposition 'a' for the person receiving the space.
Fill in the missing line.
A: Il tavolo è pieno di libri! B: Hai ragione, ____________________.
The context is clearing a surface, so 'faccio spazio' is the most natural response.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are pushing through a crowd at a concert.
The reflexive 'farsi spazio' is used when you are the one moving through others.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Where to 'Fare Spazio'
Physical
- • Armadio
- • Tavolo
- • Garage
Abstract
- • Agenda
- • Mente
- • Cuore
Social
- • Folla
- • Tavolata
- • Bus
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesNoi __________ in garage per la nuova macchina.
The subject is 'Noi', so the verb 'fare' must be conjugated as 'facciamo'.
How do you ask someone to make room for you on a bench?
'Fare spazio' uses the preposition 'a' for the person receiving the space.
A: Il tavolo è pieno di libri! B: Hai ragione, ____________________.
The context is clearing a surface, so 'faccio spazio' is the most natural response.
You are pushing through a crowd at a concert.
The reflexive 'farsi spazio' is used when you are the one moving through others.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes! You can say 'fare spazio in agenda' or 'fare spazio per un amico' to mean making time.
'Spazio' is general volume/area. 'Posto' is a specific spot or seat.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Use 'avere' + 'fatto'. Example: 'Ho fatto spazio'.
Yes, but 'farmi spazio' is more common and natural.
The word 'spazio' does, but the phrase 'fare spazio' does not.
Not really, but 'stringersi' (to squeeze together) is used in similar situations.
Yes! 'Fare spazio sul disco rigido' (Make space on the hard drive).
Usually 'a' (for someone/something) or 'in/su' (in/on a place).
Yes, players 'fanno spazio' for a teammate to pass or shoot.
Expressions liées
fare posto
synonymTo make a spot/seat.
farsi largo
similarTo push through.
lasciare spazio
similarTo leave space.
ingombrare
contrastTo clutter or block.
creare spazio
specialized formTo create space.
