間

間

"間" (ma) - space, interval, or gap in time or distance; also refers to a sense of timing or harmony.

Here, '間' represents the 'relationship' or 'space' between two entities.

彼との間には深い友情がある。

There is a deep friendship between him and me.

In this case, '間' refers to the 'time period' of the exam.

試験の間に鉛筆が折れた。

During the exam, the pencil broke.

Here, '間' describes the 'gap' or 'space' physically separating parts.

ドアの間から光が漏れている。

Light is leaking through the gap in the door.