/ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt/ – noun
Definition: sự cản trở, trở ngại, việc cản trở cuộc hôn nhân.
A more thorough explanation: In legal terms, an impediment refers to any obstruction, hindrance, or obstacle that prevents or restricts the ability to carry out a legal action or fulfill a legal obligation. It can also refer to a legal disability or limitation that affects a person’s capacity to enter into a contract, make a will, or perform other legal acts.
Example: The lack of a valid driver’s license was an impediment to her ability to operate the company vehicle.