obstruction

How many syllables in obstruction?

  3 syllables

Divide obstruction into syllables:   ob-struc-tion
Stressed syllable in obstruction:   ob-struc-tion
How to pronounce obstruction:   ub-struhk-shun
How to say obstruction:

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Synonyms for obstruction


1 syllable
  • bar
  • hitch
2 syllables
  • blockage
  • foiling
  • holdup
  • roadblock
  • stoppage
3 syllables
  • barrier
  • stumbling block
4 syllables
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