English–French

“obstacle” in French

French

Alsoachoppement

Pronunciation

IPA/ɔpstakl/

Example

Le cycliste a évité l'obstacle.

The cyclist avoided the obstacle.

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How to say “obstacle” in French

“Obstacle” in French is obstacle.

Something that interrupts forward movement, whether it is a physical barrier or a difficulty in a plan.

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

Example sentences with obstacle

Elle a surmonté un obstacle pour obtenir son diplôme.

She overcame an obstacle to obtain her diploma.

Tips for using obstacle

  • The final e and final s in obstacle and obstacles are silent in French.

Other French words for “obstacle”

Un achoppement a empêché le lancement.

An obstacle prevented the launch.

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