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storage space
place for storage
An area where you can keep things when you are not using them.
This vs that
The flat has plenty of storage space.
These shelves save space.
Hear it in real life
Where can I put these suitcases?
There's some storage space under the bed.
There isn't much storage space in the kitchen, so we keep the slow cooker in the hall cupboard.
Which sounds natural?
Psst — which one would you actually say?
People normally say 'storage space' directly; the stiff version sounds like a property report.
The mistake everyone makes
Not: We don't have many storage space in this flat.
Say: We don't have much storage space in this flat.
Use uncountable 'space' after 'much', not plural 'spaces'.
Say it together
Whole chunks natives use with it.
storage space for ___
We need more storage space for the children's toys.
There isn't enough storage space for all these boxes.
Phrases to borrow
More for talking about rooms and furniture.
make room for
Can you make room for one more chair?
in the corner of
There’s a small desk in the corner of the bedroom.
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Your turn: say it out loud
There's loads of storage space.
Say it out loud two or three times, until it feels like yours.
storage space
place for storage
“There isn't much storage space in the kitchen, so we keep the slow cooker in the hall cupboard.”
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