How to Pronounce "impediments"
word
ˌɪmˈpɛdəmənts
im-PED-uh-muhnts
ɪmpˈɛdɪmənts
im-PED-i-muhnts
Definition
Impediments are things that make progress slow or difficult, such as obstacles or barriers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˈpɛdəmənts
British English
ɪmpˈɛdɪmənts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PED-uh-muhnts
UK
im-PED-i-muhnts
Listen in Context
There are many impediments to learning a new language.
Poor internet connection can be one of the biggest impediments to remote work.
She has overcome many impediments in her career.
Legal impediments prevented the company from opening a new branch.