Meaning 1neutral · 82%
A physical or cognitive disability that can restrict activity or participation.
Natural examples
Die Rampe verbessert den Zugang für Menschen mit Behinderung.
The ramp improves access for people with disabilities.
Wegen einer Behinderung fährt sie mit einem Spezialfahrrad.
She rides a specially adapted bicycle because of a disability.
Wegen ihrer Behinderung las sie den Ausstellungstext mit einem Vergrößerungsgerät.
Because of her disability, she read the exhibit text with magnification.
Usage note
Here Behinderung means a person’s disability. A traffic obstruction or other barrier is a separate use.
Mini-lesson: Behinderung
A physical or cognitive disability that can restrict activity or participation. Here Behinderung means a person’s disability. A traffic obstruction or other barrier is a separate use.
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