狭小

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 狭小 is read as きょうしょう and means cramped or narrow.
• Basic usage: It describes a cramped or narrow space, such as a small lot or a passage that restricts movement.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Designing for a narrow lot
  • 狭小: We designed a house that brings light into a very narrow lot. Example: 狭小な土地に光を取り入れる家を設計した。
• A passage too narrow for cargo
  • 狭小: The passage is too narrow to carry large packages through. Example: 通路が狭小なので大きな荷物は運べない。