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支障
shishou
Description
「支障」は、何かをするときにじゃまになるものや、問題のことです。
"支障" means something that hinders or causes problems when doing something.
仕事や生活がうまく進まないときに、少しかたい言い方でよく使います。
It is often used in a somewhat formal way when work or life does not go smoothly.
Meanings
支障shishou
obstacle, hindrance, trouble that gets in the way
仕事に支障が出ています。
It's interfering with my work.
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Notes
- Etymology
支 (support/branch off) + 障 (hinder), together meaning something that blocks progress.
- Nuance
Common in 支障が出る/支障をきたす; more formal than 邪魔, often about work or plans.
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