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barriers

 

[ หˆbรฆrษชษ™rz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

physical obstruction

Barriers are physical structures that prevent movement or access to a certain area. They can be made of various materials such as wood, metal, or concrete.

Synonyms

blockade, hindrance, obstacle

Examples of usage

  • The security guards erected barriers to control the crowd.
  • She broke through the barriers and entered the restricted area.
Context #2 | Noun

obstacle to progress

Barriers can also refer to obstacles that hinder progress or development. These barriers may be in the form of laws, regulations, or societal norms.

Synonyms

hindrance, impediment, obstacle

Examples of usage

  • The language barrier prevented effective communication between the two parties.
  • The lack of funding was a major barrier to completing the project.
Context #3 | Noun

psychological obstacle

In a psychological sense, barriers can represent mental or emotional obstacles that prevent someone from achieving their goals or reaching their full potential.

Synonyms

block, hindrance, obstacle

Examples of usage

  • Fear of failure can be a significant barrier to taking risks.
  • Past traumas may create barriers to forming healthy relationships.

Translations

Translations of the word "barriers" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น barreiras

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคพเคงเคพเคเค‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Barrieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hambatan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐั€'ั”ั€ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bariery

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้šœๅฃ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท barriรจres

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ barreras

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท engeller

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žฅ๋ฒฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญูˆุงุฌุฒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bariรฉry

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bariรฉry

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้šœ็ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ovire

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hindranir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตะดะตั€ะณั–ะปะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ maneษ™lษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ barreras

Etymology

The word 'barriers' originated from the Middle English word 'barere,' which meant 'a barrier, obstruction.' Over time, it evolved to its current form. Barriers have been used throughout history to control or restrict movement, protect against threats, or mark boundaries. They play a crucial role in various aspects of society, from security and safety to communication and personal growth.

See also: barricade.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,653, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.