Barrier

(n) /ˈbæriə(r)/

Meaning

A fence or other obstacle that prevents movement or access.

Pronunciation

UK ˈbæriə(r)

US ˈbæriər

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A language barrier might just lead you to your best travel story yet.

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Why Language Barriers Are Not Always BadImagine ordering dinner with only hand gestures and a hopeful smile. Millions of travelers face this every single day, and it usually works out just fine. When you [cannot] speak the local language, y...Read story

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