likely impediment

[ˈlaɪkli ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt]
noun phrasepl: likely impediments
provável obstáculo
1. Something that is probable or expected to hinder, obstruct, or delay progress or achievement
The lack of funding is a likely impediment to the project's success.
A falta de financiamento é um provável obstáculo para o sucesso do projeto.
2. A foreseeable obstacle or barrier that will probably prevent something from happening
Poor communication could be a likely impediment to team collaboration.
A má comunicação pode ser um obstáculo provável para a colaboração em equipe.
This phrase is commonly used in formal, academic, and business contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In Brazil, it appears frequently in official documents, project proposals, and strategic planning discussions. The concept emphasizes proactive identification of problems before they occur.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
probable obstacleforeseeable barrierexpected hindranceanticipated obstruction
Antonyms / Antônimos
facilitatorenableraidassistance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
provável obstáculo
Most common usage across Brazil
General Brazilian
obstáculo provável
Alternative word order, equally acceptable
Portugal
provável entrave
Portuguese preferred term using 'entrave' instead of 'obstáculo'
São Paulo
empecilho provável
Regional variant more common in business contexts

Related Words

impedimentobstacleobstructionhindrancebarrierlikelyprobable

Related Idioms & Phrases

a stumbling block in one's path
a monkey wrench in the works
a thorn in one's side
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