This is the 10134th most frequent Portuguese word.
empecilho
Obstacle or hindrance.
In this sentence, 'empecilho' refers to a specific obstacle that was preventing the completion of a task.
O empecilho de concluir o trabalho foi resolvido rapidamente.
The hindrance to completing the work was quickly resolved.
Here, 'empecilho' indicates the absence of any obstacles or challenges, showing a context of readiness and ease.
Não vejo empecilho algum para começarmos agora.
I don't see any hindrance to starting now.
In this case, 'empecilho' is used to describe the challenges or problems encountered throughout an experience.