impediment
US /ɪmˈped.ə.mənt/
UK /ɪmˈped.ə.mənt/
名词
1.
障碍, 阻碍
something that makes it difficult for a person or thing to move or progress; a hindrance or obstruction
示例:
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The lack of funding is a major impediment to the project's success.
缺乏资金是项目成功的主要障碍。
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The fallen trees were an impediment to the rescue team.
倒下的树木是救援队的阻碍。
2.
语言障碍, 口吃
a physical defect that prevents a person from speaking clearly
示例:
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He worked hard to overcome his speech impediment.
他努力克服自己的语言障碍。
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A slight impediment made it difficult for her to pronounce certain words.
轻微的障碍使她难以发准某些词的音。
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