Meaning

Primary

Obstruction

Alternative

Inhibition

Word Type

noun, verbal noun, の adjective

Explanation

Thwart and damage the advancement of something. That's an obstruction and inhibition.

Reading

そがい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

カフェインを含む飲み物は、睡眠を阻害します。

Drinks containing caffeine inhibit sleep.

Kanji Composition