How to Pronounce "obstacle"
word
/ˈɑbstəkəɫ/
AHB-stuh-kuhl
/ˈɒbstəkəl/
OB-stuh-kuhl
Definition
Something that makes it difficult to do something or go somewhere; a problem or barrier you have to overcome.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɑbstəkəɫ/
British English
/ˈɒbstəkəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHB-stuh-kuhl
UK
OB-stuh-kuhl
Listen in Context
The fallen tree was an obstacle on the road.
She had to overcome many obstacles to finish school.
Lack of money can be a big obstacle for some people.
Learning English was a real obstacle for me at first.