English–German

“barrier” in German

German

AlsoSchranke

Pronunciation

IPA/baˈʁi̯eːʁə/

Example

Wir müssen eine Barriere überwinden.

We have to overcome a barrier.

Illustration for Barriere (barrier)

How to say “barrier” in German

“Barrier” in German is Barriere.

A closed gate across a road, also standing for anything that blocks progress.

Full entry for Barriere: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Barriere

Viele Menschen stoßen auf eine Barriere, wenn sie in ein anderes Land ziehen.

Many people encounter a barrier when they move to another country.

Tips for using Barriere

  • Barriere is feminine: die Barriere, with plural die Barrieren.

Other German words for “barrier”

Die Schranke am Bahnübergang ist geschlossen.

The barrier at the railroad crossing is closed.

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