How to Pronounce "obstruction"
word
/əbˈstɹəkʃən/
uhb-STRUHK-shuhn
/ɒbstɹˈʌkʃən/
uhb-STRUHK-shuhn
Definition
Something that blocks, delays, or gets in the way of movement, progress, or action. It can be a physical object or an action that makes things more difficult.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əbˈstɹəkʃən/
British English
/ɒbstɹˈʌkʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhb-STRUHK-shuhn
UK
uhb-STRUHK-shuhn
Listen in Context
The road was closed because of an obstruction.
There was an obstruction in the pipe.
Doctors found an obstruction in his intestine.
Legal obstruction can make big projects take years to finish.