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    Barrières (en. Barriers)

    baʁjɛʁ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Physical or conceptual elements that separate or restrict.
    Security barriers prevent intrusions.
    Les barrières de sécurité empêchent les intrusions.
    Obstacles encountered in communication or relationships.
    Cultural differences can create barriers.
    Les différences culturelles peuvent créer des barrières.
    Limitations that hinder progress or access.
    He had to overcome economic barriers to succeed.
    Il a dû surmonter des barrières économiques pour réussir.
    Protective or defensive structures.
    Beach barriers are necessary during storms.
    Les barrières de plage sont nécessaires pendant les tempêtes.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'barrière', derived from 'barre' which means an obstacle.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to cross a barrier
    Overcome an obstacle or difficulty.
    franchir une barrière
    to set up barriers
    Establish limits or controls.
    mettre des barrières
    linguistic barriers
    Language-related obstacles in communication.
    barrières linguistiques

    Related Words

    bar
    A long, rigid object that can act as a barrier.
    barre
    obstacle
    Anything that hinders movement or passage.
    obstacle
    security
    Conditions that protect against risks or dangers.
    sécurité

    Slang Meanings

    Personal barrier
    She has personal barriers that she does not want to cross.
    Elle a des barrières personnelles qu'elle ne veut pas franchir.
    Language barrier
    We have a lot of trouble communicating because of the language barrier.
    On a beaucoup de mal à communiquer à cause de la barrière de la langue.