An expression meaning 'after a short pause' or 'a little while later'; used to indicate doing something after a brief interval.
少し間をおいて、彼はゆっくりと答えた。
After a short pause, he answered slowly.
その説明の後、少し間を置いてから質問を受け付けます。
After that explanation, we will accept questions after a short interval.
会話の切れ目では少し間をおいて相手の反応を見るとよい。
At a pause in conversation, it's good to wait a little and observe the other's reaction.