French translation of obstructed is 
obstruée

Meaning of "obstructed" in English

"Obstructed" refers to something that is blocked or hindered from making progress or being fully functional. This term is often used to describe physical barriers that prevent movement, such as a road being closed or a pipe being blocked. Additionally, "obstructed" can be used metaphorically to describe any situation where flow, progress, or communication is impeded. For instance, an obstructed view at a concert means some part of the scene is hidden, while obstructed justice refers to actions that interfere with legal proceedings.

Meaning of "obstruée" in French

The French term "obstruée" carries a similar meaning to its English counterpart. It refers to something that is blocked or clogged, preventing passage or function. Commonly used in contexts where physical barriers are present, such as an "artère obstruée" (blocked artery) in medical terms or a "rue obstruée" (blocked street), it can also imply something that impedes or hinders an otherwise smooth process. It conveys the idea of an obstruction that disrupts natural flow or movement.

Pronunciation of "obstructed" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /əbˈstrʌktɪd/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "obstructed" can slightly vary depending on regional accents, such as British or American English. In British English, the first syllable may have a more pronounced schwa sound, while in American English, the stress might be slightly more on the second syllable, but these differences are subtle.

Pronunciation of "obstruée" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɔp.stʁye/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "obstruée" can vary slightly in different French-speaking regions. In some areas, the "r" might be more guttural, typical of standard French, while in Quebecois French, it may be softer. The variation is mostly in the regional accentuation and the articulation of the "r."

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The path was obstructed by fallen trees. (Le chemin était obstrué par des arbres tombés.)
2. His view of the stage was obstructed by a large pillar. (Sa vue sur la scène était obstruée par un grand pilier.)
3. Construction work obstructed traffic all day. (Les travaux de construction ont obstrué la circulation toute la journée.)
4. An obstructed drain caused water to flood the basement. (Un drain obstrué a provoqué l'inondation du sous-sol.)
5. The doorway was obstructed by a stack of boxes. (La porte était obstruée par une pile de cartons.)
6. Legal proceedings were obstructed by missing documents. (Les procédures légales ont été obstruées par des documents manquants.)
7. Large signs obstructed our view of the highway. (De grands panneaux obstruaient notre vue de l'autoroute.)
8. The team’s progress was obstructed by lack of resources. (Les progrès de l'équipe étaient obstrués par le manque de ressources.)
9. A severe snowstorm obstructed the mountain pass. (Une violente tempête de neige a obstrué le col de montagne.)
10. The investigation was obstructed by false leads. (L'enquête a été obstruée par de fausses pistes.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "obstructed" in English

Synonyms: blocked, hindered, impeded, hampered, barricaded, jammed, choked, stymied, thwarted, restrained.

Antonyms: facilitated, aided, assisted, cleared, unrestricted, smooth, unblocked, free, open, promoted.

Similar Words: interrupted, delayed, stopped, closed, sealed, held up, encumbered, slowed, barricaded, locked.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "obstruée" in French

Synonyms: bloquée, entravée, bouchée, empêchée, barrée, fermée, encombrée, gênée, entravée, interceptée.

Antonyms: dégagée, facilitée, libre, ouverte, débarrassée, fluide, désobstruée, claire, libérée, déverrouillée.

Similar Words: arrêtée, coupée, interrompue, ralentie, scellée, verrouillée, bouchonnée, coincée, embarrassée, freinée.

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