This is the 3811th most frequent Chinese word.
障碍
Obstacle; barrier; hindrance.
In this sentence, '障碍物' combines '障碍' to refer specifically to physical objects that obstruct passage, emphasizing its tangible nature.
这里的路上有些障碍物，请绕开。
There are some obstacles on the road here; please avoid them.
In this sentence, '心理障碍' uses '障碍' to refer to mental challenges or blockages that impede one's ability to learn effectively.
学习新语言时，心理障碍有时比技术难题更难克服。
When learning a new language, psychological barriers are sometimes harder to overcome than technical challenges.
In this sentence, '障碍' is used to refer to challenges or difficulties that hinder someone's progress or goals.