deutschdictionary
verb
(TO CREATE DIFFICULTIES FOR SOMEONE)
They hinder him from working. - Sie hindern ihn am Arbeiten.
(TO STOP SOMETHING FROM HAPPENING)
We must prevent the fire. - Wir müssen das Feuer verhindern.
(TO SLOW DOWN PROGRESS OR MOVEMENT)
The rain can impede progress. - Der Regen kann die Fortschritte behindern.
(TO BLOCK OR HINDER MOVEMENT)
The construction obstructs traffic. - Die Baustelle hindert den Verkehr.
(TO INTERFERE WITH OR RESTRICT)
Bad weather can hamper our plans. - Schlechtes Wetter kann unsere Pläne behindern.