间

Traditional: 間
jiān
Dictionary entry
between

What does 间 mean?

间 (jiān) has 2 dictionary entries or readings.

1between
2among
3within a definite time or space
4room
5section of a room or lateral space between two pairs of pillars
6classifier for rooms
7gap
8to separate
9to thin out (seedlings)
10to sow discontent

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How to pronounce 间

间
jiān
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