hindrance

/ˈhɪndr(ə)ns/

Syllables hin·drance

Stress HIN-drance

Phonics Breakdown

hind

/hɪnd/

short i

rance

/rəns/

soft c

Meaning

something that causes delay, difficulty, or obstruction

Sound Reference

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hind=/hɪnd/(hint) + rance=/rəns/(entrance)

Example

Lack of experience can be a hindrance to success.