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    Obstáculo (en. Obstacle)

    /obsˈtakulo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An impediment or difficulty that arises on the way.
    The lack of resources was an obstacle in the development of the project.
    La falta de recursos fue un obstáculo en el desarrollo del proyecto.
    Anything that interferes with progress.
    Bureaucratic procedures are often an obstacle for small businesses.
    Los trámites burocráticos son a menudo un obstáculo para las pequeñas empresas.
    An element that blocks or hinders passage.
    The fallen trunk became an obstacle for hikers.
    El tronco caído se convirtió en un obstáculo para los senderistas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'obstacŭlum', from 'obsto', which means 'I oppose'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to place an obstacle
    To hinder or prevent something from being accomplished.
    poner un obstáculo
    to overcome an obstacle
    To overcome a difficulty or hindrance.
    salvar un obstáculo
    to face obstacles
    To confront adverse situations.
    enfrentar obstáculos
    obstacle in the way
    Any difficulty that prevents progress towards a goal.
    obstáculo en el camino
    to overcome obstacles
    To manage to advance despite difficulties.
    superar obstáculos

    Related Words

    obstruction
    Action of obstructing or preventing passage.
    obstrucción
    barrier
    Something that stops or limits progress.
    barrera
    hindrance
    Impediment or difficulty in doing something.
    traba

    Slang Meanings

    An unexpected problem.
    That setback was an obstacle in my plans.
    Ese contratiempo fue un obstáculo en mis planes.
    A challenge that requires effort to overcome.
    The exam was an obstacle I had to face.
    El examen fue un obstáculo que tuve que enfrentar.