der Abstand
Translation
distance, gap, interval, space
Examples
Bitte halten Sie Abstand.
Please keep your distance.
Der Abstand zwischen den Häusern ist groß.
The distance between the houses is large.
Mit Abstand der beste Film des Jahres.
By far the best film of the year.
Grammar Patterns
to keep one's distance Abstand halten Please keep your distance.
the distance ((between sth.)) der Abstand ((zwischen+3)) The distance between the chairs is small.
by far mit Abstand He is by far the smartest student.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Distanz, Entfernung, Lücke; Antonym: Nähe
Etymology
From 'ab-' (away) and 'Stand' (stand, position). It literally means 'standing away'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'standard' distance you must stand 'away' from something. 'Ab' + 'stand' = 'Abstand'.