language barrier
noun
: a difficulty for people communicating because they speak different languages
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In the process, he’s become a beloved figure in the clubhouse, overcoming a language barrier to form bonds with a wide range of players that includes everyone from Ohtani to Mookie Betts.
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Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
The situation can be complicated further when a patient is navigating an unfamiliar medical system, has to overcome a language barrier, or takes a flight soon after an operation.
—Parizaad Khan Sethi, Allure, 2 May 2025
Ravichandran is an enchanting performer; her doe-like eyes, sly smile, and intricate hand gestures convey emotions and storylines that would otherwise be lost to a language barrier.
—Ashlea Halpern, AFAR Media, 30 Apr. 2025
His language barrier with the coaching staff was yet another complication.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
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Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
The situation can be complicated further when a patient is navigating an unfamiliar medical system, has to overcome a language barrier, or takes a flight soon after an operation.
—Parizaad Khan Sethi, Allure, 2 May 2025
Ravichandran is an enchanting performer; her doe-like eyes, sly smile, and intricate hand gestures convey emotions and storylines that would otherwise be lost to a language barrier.
—Ashlea Halpern, AFAR Media, 30 Apr. 2025
His language barrier with the coaching staff was yet another complication.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for language barrier
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“Language barrier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/language%20barrier. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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