How to Say "to obstruct" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to obstruct” is “obstruir” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
verbB2formal
legal justice
Examples
No debemos permitir que la burocracia obstruya el progreso.
We must not allow bureaucracy to hinder progress.
Fue acusado de obstruir a la justicia.
He was accused of obstructing justice.
Sus acciones solo sirven para obstruir las negociaciones.
His actions only serve to hinder the negotiations.
Abstract Usage
Just like in English, physical words are often used for ideas. 'Obstruir' works for both a pipe and a court case.
Using 'obstruir' for people
Mistake: “Él obstruyó a mí.”
Correction: Él me bloqueó or Él me impidió el paso. 'Obstruir' usually focuses on the path or the process, not the person directly.
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