interval

• Существительное, обозначающее промежуток времени между двумя событиями или моментами, или пространство между двумя объектами или точками.

A noun referring to a period of time between two events or points in time, or a space between two objects or points.

1. Time between eventsB1formal

   A period of time between two events or actions.

   Промежуток

   • There was a short interval between the two acts of the play.
   • The buses run at 15-minute intervals.
   • She took a brief interval to rest before continuing.

   Synonymsbreakgaphiatusinterludeintermissionlullpauserecessrespitewait

2. Space between objectsB1formal

   A space or gap between two things.

   Промежуток

   • The plants were placed at regular intervals along the path.
   • There is an interval of 10 meters between each lamp post.
   • The architect designed the columns with equal intervals.

   Synonymsdistancegapintersticeseparationspace

3. Musical intervalB2formalart

   The difference in pitch between two musical notes.

   Интервал

   • The interval between C and E is a major third.
   • She practiced recognizing intervals by ear.
   • The composer used wide intervals to create a dramatic effect.