This is the 3396th most frequent German word.
hürden
"Hürden" means "hurdles" or "obstacles" in English.
In this sentence, 'Hürden' is used metaphorically to describe challenges or obstacles one faces in life.
Das Leben stellt uns viele schwere Hürden.
Life presents us with many heavy hurdles.
Here, 'Hürden' refers to physical barriers in track and field events, directly illustrating its literal meaning.
Beim Leichtathletikwettkampf sprang er über alle Hürden.
In the track and field competition, he jumped over all the hurdles.
The term 'Hürde' (singular) in this sentence metaphorically represents an obstacle or difficulty, showcasing its figurative application.