German phrase
Was hindert uns daran, ~?
Meaning
What is preventing us from ___?
When to use it
Asks what blocks action. It is neutral and direct, often inviting a solution.
Example dialogue
Was hindert uns daran, früher zu gehen?
What is preventing us from leaving earlier?
Wir müssen noch den Bericht fertigstellen.
We still need to finish the report.