World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesobstáculo
Pronunciation / Transliteration: obstáculo
"El tráfico fue un obstáculo para llegar a tiempo."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Something that blocks one's way or prevents or hinders progress.
"The fallen tree was an obstacle on the hiking trail." - 2
A challenge or difficulty that must be overcome.
"She viewed the lack of funding as an obstacle to her project."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'obstacle' originates from the Latin 'obstaculum', meaning 'a hindrance or obstruction'. It evolved through Old French before entering Middle English, where it retained its meaning of something that stands in the way or hinders progress.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Obstacle"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Obstacle" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
obstacle
Transliteration: obstacle
"Le mur était un obstacle sur le chemin."
Hindernis
Transliteration: Hindernis
"Der Baum war ein Hindernis auf dem Weg."
ostacolo
Transliteration: ostacolo
"La buca era un ostacolo sulla strada."
obstáculo
Transliteration: obstáculo
"El tráfico fue un obstáculo para llegar a tiempo."
obstáculo
Transliteration: obstáculo
"A chuva foi um obstáculo para o evento."
अवरोध
Transliteration: avrodh
"बारिश ने यात्रा में अवरोध डाला।"
障碍
Transliteration: zhàng'ài
"这堵墙是我们前进的障碍。"
장애물
Transliteration: jang-aemul
"그 나무는 길에 있는 장애물이었습니다."
障害物
Transliteration: shōgaibutsu
"その木は道の障害物でした。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Spanish termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Obstacle"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.