Examples of using "препятствием" in a sentence and their english translations:
He met an unexpected obstacle.
This ugly structure was a massive barrier to freedom
The only thing preventing us from accomplishing ours goals are our doubts.
- He met an unexpected obstacle.
- He encountered unexpected obstacles.
His poor educational background was not a bar to his advancement.
It would be a huge setback for them.
I think whatever languages, supposed to be global, you write, in the modern world it won't become a barrier for our communication.