ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Euclidean space

Okay, kiddo! Euclidean space is a fancy way to talk about the way we measure things like distance and direction. We use Euclidean space to study shapes and objects that have length, width, and height.

You know how you can draw a picture on a piece of paper? Well, imagine that each point on the paper has a pair of numbers that tells us exactly where it is, like a map. We can use these numbers to tell us how far apart two points are.

Euclidean space is kind of like having a super fancy map that can tell us all about distances and directions in three dimensions, like how far apart two buildings are or how to get from one corner of a room to another. It's a really useful tool for people who like to study geometry and physics.

So, next time you draw a picture or build with blocks, remember that Euclidean space can help you measure and understand all the different shapes and objects around you!