setback

language: es

definitions

  1. noun
    an event that causes someone to fail or to be less successful than expected
    es: contratiempo
  2. noun
    a temporary delay or hindrance in progress
    es: retraso

examples

  1. The project faced a major setback.

    El proyecto sufrió un contratiempo.

  2. The storm caused a setback in travel.

    La tormenta causó un retraso.