barrier

noun

UK/ˈbær.i.əʳ/
US/ˈber.i.ɚ/

Definitions of barrier noun

structure(結構)

  1. B2Countable(可數名詞)

    A structure, such as a fence, wall, or natural feature like a mountain or sea, that prevents movement or access from one place to another.

    障礙物;阻礙;屏障

    • The event venue was surrounded by barriers to prevent people from entering.

      活動場地被圍欄圍住,以防止人們進入。

    • The river served as a natural barrier, hindering transportation between the two regions.

      這條河流作為天然屏障,阻礙了兩個地區之間的交通。

    • To enhance security, they erected a high fence around the building as a barrier.

      為了加強安全,他們在建築物周圍建了一道高圍欄作為屏障。

access(通行)

  1. Countable(可數名詞)

    A gate at a railway station that controls access to the platforms, where tickets are checked.

    (火車站的)驗票閘門

    • Passengers must pass through the barrier to access the platform.

      乘客必須通過驗票閘門才能進入月台。

    • Please present your train ticket at the barrier.

      請在驗票閘門出示您的火車票。

    • The automatic barrier scans your ticket allowing entry to the platform.

      自動驗票閘門會掃描您的車票,允許進入月台。

communication(溝通)

  1. B2Countable(可數名詞)

    Anything that prevents people from being together, communicating effectively, or understanding each other.

    隔閡;障礙;阻礙

    • Cultural differences are often a barrier to establishing international relations.

      文化差異往往是建立國際關係的障礙。

    • A lack of resources constitutes a significant barrier to the company's growth.

      資源不足是公司發展的重大障礙。

    • The language barrier was a hurdle to communication at the international conference.

      語言障礙是國際會議上溝通的難題。