1The horizontal measurement of something — its width or breadth, such as a road's or an object's size.
この橋は幅が狭くて、車がすれ違えない。
This bridge is too narrow for cars to pass each other.
棚の幅に合わせて本を並べた。
I arranged the books to fit the width of the shelf.
このテレビは画面の幅が広くて見やすい。
This TV has a wide screen, making it easy to watch.
道の幅を測ってから駐車場の設計を始めた。
We started designing the parking lot after measuring the width of the road.
2The range or latitude available in one's way of thinking, expressing oneself, or making choices.
彼女の演技には表現の幅がある。
Her acting has a real range of expression.
この職場は仕事の進め方に幅を持たせてくれる。
This workplace allows a lot of latitude in how you go about your work.
もう少し発想に幅を持たせたほうがいいアイデアが出る。
Allowing a bit more latitude in your thinking leads to better ideas.
3The spread or range between values — used for things like price differences, age gaps, or vocal range.
商品によって値段の幅がかなり違う。
The price range varies quite a bit depending on the product.
参加者は年齢の幅が広く、10代から70代までいた。
The participants ranged widely in age, from teenagers to people in their seventies.
彼の声は幅が広く、低音も高音もよく出る。
His voice has a wide range, covering both low and high notes well.