verb
behindern
obstruct · impede
Jemandem oder etwas Schwierigkeiten machen, sodass eine Handlung oder Bewegung nicht leicht möglich ist.
The German word "behindern" is a verb meaning "to hinder", "to obstruct", or "to impede". It comes from the root word "Hinder-" related to "hinder" or "rear," indicating something that causes difficulty or delay.
Meaning of components:
- hindern (root): to hinder or obstruct
Similar words:
- verzögern (to delay)
- blockieren (to block)
- stören (to disturb)
- beeinträchtigen (to impair)
Differences:
- behindern emphasizes actively creating obstacles or preventing progress.
- verzögern focuses on causing a delay but not necessarily a full stop.
- blockieren suggests complete blocking or stopping.
- stören implies disturbance, which may be less about obstruction and more about annoyance.
- beeinträchtigen implies reduction in quality or effectiveness, not necessarily total obstruction.
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Examples
Sie behindern den Verkehr.verb
They are obstructing traffic.
Der Stau behindert den Verkehr.verb
The traffic jam impedes the traffic.
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