how to pronounce obstruction

/ɔp.stʁyk.sjɔ̃/

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obstruction is pronounced in three syllables

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An example use of obstruction in a speech by a native speaker of standard french:

“… grève et une obstruction parlementaire …”

meanings of obstruction

noun:

Block (something that prevents passing).
Obstruction.

obstruction frequency in french - C2+ level of CEFR

the word obstruction occurs in french on average 1.4 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.