encumbrance
gb/ɪŋkˈʌmbɹˈæns/ us/ɪŋkˈʌmbɹˈæns/
C1
Английский
teher, akadály, kötöttség, kötelezettség
СУЩЕСТВИТЕЛЬНОЕ
C1
FORMAL
1
Модель употребления:
an encumbrance to/on [someone/something]
The extra paperwork was an encumbrance that slowed the team down.
A plusz papírmunka olyan teher volt, hogy lelassította a csapatot.
Old rules can become an encumbrance when a company needs to move quickly.
Ha egy vállalatnak gyorsan kell lépnie, a régi szabályok teherré válhatnak.
He viewed the debt as an encumbrance on his future plans.
Примеры для изучающих
The broken printer was an encumbrance at work.
A meghibásodott nyomtató akadályt jelentett a munkában.
High rent is an encumbrance for many families.
A magas lakbér sok család számára teher.
Частая ошибка:
Often misspelled as *incumbrance* (a less common variant). Also confused with *unencumbered* (the opposite idea).
Значение
a burden or obstacle
Коллокации
a serious encumbrance
|a major encumbrance
|an unnecessary encumbrance
|financial encumbrances
|administrative encumbrances
|an encumbrance on progress
|an encumbrance to efficiency
|remove an encumbrance
|free from encumbrances
|without encumbrance
Синонимы
hindrance (Emphasizes something that blocks progress.)
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burden (Emphasizes something heavy to carry or deal with.)
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obstacle (Often suggests a clear barrier or blockage.)
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handicap (Emphasizes a disadvantage that limits performance.)
Антонимы
advantage (Something that helps rather than hinders.)
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aid (Something that makes a task easier.)
Темы
daily_life
|work
|problems
Определение
Something that makes life or work harder.
Something that makes a task, situation, or progress more difficult; a burden or hindrance.
СУЩЕСТВИТЕЛЬНОЕ
C2
LEGAL
2
teher
B2
Модель употребления:
an encumbrance on [property/title/land]
The buyer’s lawyer discovered an encumbrance on the title during the search.
Az adásvétel előtti vizsgálat során a vevő ügyvédje terhet talált a tulajdoni lapon.
The land was sold with an encumbrance granting the neighbor a right of way.
A földet olyan teherrel adták el, amely átjárási jogot biztosított a szomszédnak.
They couldn’t refinance until the encumbrance was removed.
Примеры для изучающих
The house had an encumbrance, so the sale was delayed.
A házra teher volt bejegyezve, ezért késett az adásvétel.
Частая ошибка:
Learners may treat it as only meaning “burden”; in legal contexts it specifically means a claim or restriction attached to property.
Значение
legal claim limiting property
Коллокации
an encumbrance on the property
|an encumbrance on title
|existing encumbrances
|recorded encumbrances
|a mortgage encumbrance
|a lien encumbrance
|clear an encumbrance
|remove an encumbrance
|search for encumbrances
|disclose encumbrances
Синонимы
lien (A specific kind of legal claim, often for unpaid debt.)
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mortgage (A specific encumbrance used to secure a loan.)
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charge (Common in legal/business English for a claim on assets.)
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restriction (Emphasizes limits on use rather than debt.)
Антонимы
clear title (Ownership without legal claims or defects.)
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unencumbered (Not subject to any claims or restrictions.)
Темы
law
|business
|housing
|finance
Определение
A legal problem on property, like a mortgage or lien.
A legal claim, charge, or restriction on property that may affect its use or transfer, such as a mortgage, lien, or easement.
СУЩЕСТВИТЕЛЬНОЕ
C1
FORMAL
3
kötöttség
B2
Модель употребления:
have no encumbrances
She was able to accept the overseas posting because she had no encumbrances.
Azért tudta elfogadni a külföldi kiküldetést, mert nem voltak kötöttségei.
In his twenties, he traveled constantly, with few encumbrances at home.
Húszas éveiben állandóan utazott, mert alig voltak otthoni kötöttségei.
He described caring for an aging parent as an encumbrance, though he felt guilty saying it.
Примеры для изучающих
He can move easily because he has no encumbrances.
Könnyen tud mozdulni, mert nincsenek kötöttségei.
Частая ошибка:
In this sense it is not about property or money; it refers to personal ties or obligations.
Значение
ties like dependents or duties
Коллокации
no encumbrances
|family encumbrances
|personal encumbrances
|without encumbrances
|free of encumbrances
Синонимы
commitment (Neutral term for duties or promises that limit options.)
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responsibility (Emphasizes duties toward others.)
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tie (Informal; emphasizes being held back.)
Антонимы
freedom (Lack of limiting obligations.)
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independence (Not tied down by others.)
Темы
relationships
|family
|daily_life
Определение
A responsibility (often family) that ties you down.
A person or responsibility that limits someone’s freedom to act or move, such as dependents or personal commitments.
СУЩЕСТВИТЕЛЬНОЕ
C1
FORMAL
4
teher
B1
Модель употребления:
travel/move with [an] encumbrance
With the camera gear as an encumbrance, the hike felt twice as long.
A fényképezőfelszerelés terhével a túra kétszer olyan hosszúnak tűnt.
The long coat was an encumbrance in the crowded subway.
A hosszú kabát teher volt a zsúfolt metrón.
He tried to run, but the suitcase was an encumbrance.
Примеры для изучающих
My backpack was an encumbrance on the climb.
A hátizsákom teher volt a mászás során.
Значение
a physical load that slows you
Коллокации
heavy encumbrance
|carry an encumbrance
|move without encumbrance
|fight with encumbrances
Синонимы
load (General term for something carried.)
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weight (Emphasizes heaviness rather than inconvenience.)
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baggage (Often travel-related; can be literal.)
Антонимы
lightness (Lack of weight or burden.)
Темы
travel
|sports
|daily_life
Определение
A heavy thing that makes it hard to move.
Something carried or worn that makes movement harder, such as heavy equipment, baggage, or bulky clothing.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
encumbrance
IPA
GB/ɪŋkˈʌmbɹˈæns/
US/ɪŋkˈʌmbɹˈæns/
Слоги и ударение
en - cum - brance (3 слога)
Stress on 2nd syllable (cum)
Формы слова
Noun
- Base: encumbrance
- Plural: encumbrances
Родственные слова
Forms
encumbrances
noun
Core family
encumber
verb C1
Related words
cumbersome
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
unencumbered
adjective C1
Выражения
free of encumbrances
1/fɹˈi əv ɪŋkˈʌmbɹˈænsɪz/
fixed phrase
formal
having no burdens or claims
With no legal claims or other burdens.
Примеры
- The seller stated that the property was free of encumbrances.
- She wanted a fresh start, free of encumbrances and old debts.
- The company insisted the assets be transferred free of encumbrances.
Примеры для изучающих
- The land is free of encumbrances.
no encumbrances
1/nˈoʊ ɪŋkˈʌmbɹˈænsɪz/
fixed phrase
formal
no ties or obligations
No responsibilities that tie you down.
Примеры
- At the time, he had no encumbrances and could relocate quickly.
- The job requires constant travel, so applicants with no encumbrances are preferred.
- She joked that she had no encumbrances—just a suitcase and a laptop.
Примеры для изучающих
- I have no encumbrances, so I can travel.
subject to encumbrances
1/sˈʌbd͡ʒɪkt tə ɪŋkˈʌmbɹˈænsɪz/
fixed phrase
legal
having legal limits on property
Having legal claims or restrictions.
Примеры
- The deed noted that the land was subject to encumbrances and easements.
- These shares may be transferred, but they remain subject to encumbrances.
- The lender will not accept collateral that is subject to encumbrances.
without the encumbrance of
1/wɪðˈaʊt ðə ɪŋkˈʌmbɹˈæns əv/
fixed phrase
formal
not burdened by something
Doing something without a difficult extra problem.
Примеры
- They can update the system without the encumbrance of old hardware.
- He enjoyed traveling without the encumbrance of a strict schedule.
- The new process lets staff work without the encumbrance of duplicate forms.
Примеры для изучающих
- I can study without the encumbrance of noise.