How to Pronounce "hindrances"
word
ˈhɪndɹənsɪz
HIN-drun-siz
hˈɪndɹənsɪz
HIN-druhn-siz
Definition
Things or situations that make it difficult for someone to do something or prevent progress.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɪndɹənsɪz
British English
hˈɪndɹənsɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HIN-drun-siz
UK
HIN-druhn-siz
Listen in Context
The students overcame many hindrances to finish their project.
Poverty and sickness are common hindrances to education.
There are several hindrances to building the new road.
Despite all the hindrances, she managed to succeed on her own.