La barrera
Example: La barrera de seguridad impidió el paso a los vehículos.
Definition
"La barrera" refers to a physical or metaphorical obstacle that blocks, limits, or controls passage or progress. It can be a security barrier preventing vehicles from passing or any other form of obstruction designed to restrict movement or access.
Etymology
The word "la barrera" comes from the Spanish noun 'barrera,' which has roots in the Old Spanish term derived from the Vulgar Latin 'barra,' meaning a bar or rod. Did you know? It originally described a bar used to block a passage, which naturally evolved to mean any kind of barrier or obstacle.
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"La barrera" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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