hinder adaptation

[ˈhɪndər ædəpˈteɪʃən]
verb phrase
dificultar a adaptação
1. to make it difficult or impossible for someone or something to adjust to new conditions or circumstances
Language barriers hinder adaptation for immigrant families.
As barreiras linguísticas dificultam a adaptação para famílias imigrantes.
2. to obstruct or delay the process of biological, social, or organizational adjustment
Lack of resources can hinder adaptation to climate change.
A falta de recursos pode dificultar a adaptação às mudanças climáticas.
In Brazilian Portuguese-speaking contexts, this phrase is commonly used in discussions about immigration, organizational change management, and climate resilience. In the USA, it frequently appears in educational and corporate contexts discussing diversity and inclusion challenges.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
impede adjustmentobstruct adaptationblock acclimationprevent assimilationretard adjustment
Antonyms / Antônimos
facilitate adaptationpromote adjustmentenable assimilationencourage acclimation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dificultar a adaptação
Most common and neutral usage
São Paulo
atrapalhar a adaptação
Informal, more colloquial variant
Rio de Janeiro
prejudicar a adaptação
Emphasizes negative impact
Portugal
prejudicar a adaptação
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Words

adaptationhinderobstacleadjustmentimpedimentacclimationassimilation

Related Idioms & Phrases

to throw a wrench in the works
to rock the boat
ficar na mão
botar areia na engrenagem
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