How to Pronounce Obstructed

To pronounce "obstructed", say OBSTR-uct-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

OBSTR-uct-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “obstructed”

"obstructed" has 3 syllables: obstr-uct-ed. It rhymes with constructed and conducted, if that helps it stick.

What does obstructed mean?

verb

  1. To block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle.
  2. To impede, retard, or interfere with; hinder.

    “They obstructed my progress.”

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Words that rhyme with obstructed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

constructedconductedinstructedabductedunobstructedreconstructedinducteddeducteddestructedunreconstructedfructed

Related words

barredbarricadedblockadedblockedchokedcloggeddeadlockedimpeded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obstructed"?▾

"Obstructed" has 3 syllables: obstr · uct · ed.

What does "obstructed" mean?▾

Obstructed: To block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle.

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