empêcher

[US]//ɑːmˈeɪʃə//
[UK]//ɑːmˈeɪʃə//

Translation

v.To prevent or hinder someone from doing something.; To stop or prevent the occurrence of something.

Phrases & Collocations

empêcher de

ne pas empêcher

empêcher quelqu'un

empêcher de faire

empêcher l'incident

empêcher l'arrivée

empêcher la guerre

empêcher l'escalade

empêcher la violence

Example Sentences

the heavy rain prevented us from going out.

spinach prevents iron absorption.

nothing can prevent him from achieving his dreams.

high walls prevent access to the site.

this exercise helps prevent back pain.

wearing a mask helps prevent the spread of viruses.

rules are meant to prevent accidents.

please prevent the children from playing near the pool.

a firewall prevents unauthorized access to the network.

good time management prevents stress.

we must take action to prevent further damage.

the sudden noise prevented me from falling asleep.

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