forhindring

Forhindring is a noun used in Danish and Norwegian that denotes an obstacle, hindrance, or impediment that prevents progress or completion of something. The term can refer to tangible barriers, such as physical objects blocking a path, or to intangible obstacles, such as procedural delays, logistical issues, or regulatory constraints. In everyday language, business, law, and sport, forhindring is used to describe factors that stand in the way of achieving a goal.

Etymology and form: Forhindring combines the prefix for- with hindring (hindrance or obstruction). The related verb forms include at forhindre (Danish) or å forhindre (Norwegian), meaning to prevent. The noun forhindring expresses the entity or circumstance that produces the hindrance.

Contexts and usage: In daily speech and writing, forhindringer are discussed in the context of personal plans, project management, or supply chains—e.g., economic or logistical forhindringer that delay a project. In legal or administrative contexts, the term can describe impediments to compliance or execution of duties. In sport, forhindring is associated with obstacle events, notably the hurdle or steeplechase disciplines, and the general concept of obstacles encountered during a race or competition.

Related terms and translations: Synonyms include hindring, obstacle, barrier, or obstruction, depending on nuance. In English, closest equivalents are obstacle or hindrance. See also hindring, barrier, obstruction, and the specific sports term for hurdle events.