No. 2,627 in Japanese
支障
Obstacle; hindrance; difficulty.
In a sentence
予定通りに作業を進める上で何の支障もありませんでした。
There were no obstacles in proceeding with the work as planned.
The word '支障' is used here to denote 'obstacle' or 'hindrance' within the context of progress or plans being implemented.
彼の健康問題が仕事に支障を来たすかもしれません。
His health issues may hinder his work.
'支障' in this sentence reflects 'hindrance' or 'interference' that his health might create in the context of work.
新しいシステム導入による支障を最小限に抑えたい。
We want to minimize disturbances caused by the introduction of the new system.
Here, '支障' refers to 'disturbances' or 'issues' in the context of implementing a new system.
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