屏障

píng zhàng

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Noun Uncommon

Definitions

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defensive line or perimeter

防线 means defense line, which can serve as a barrier.

protective umbrella

保护伞 means protective umbrella, a metaphor for a shield or barrier.

屏障 often describes a natural or defensive barrier, not small everyday objects like fences. Using it for a simple fence may sound odd.

屏障 is formal; in casual speech, use simpler words like 障碍 for obstacle or 墙 for wall.

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这座山是城市的天然屏障。

This mountain is a natural barrier for the city.

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blood brain barrier

see 屏營|屏营[bīng yíng]

to get rid of

(standing) screen

to block