This is the 901st most frequent Italian word.
bloccato
"Bloccato" means "blocked" or "stuck" in English.
In this sentence, 'bloccata' (feminine singular past participle of 'bloccare') is used as an adjective to describe the state of 'la porta' (the door), indicating that it's obstructed or not able to be opened.
La porta è bloccata, non posso aprirla.
The door is stuck, I cannot open it.
Here, 'bloccato' is used metaphorically to describe a feeling of being unable to proceed or act, applying to a person's emotional or psychological state.
Quando sono nervoso, mi sento bloccato e non riesco a parlare.
When I am nervous, I feel blocked and cannot speak.
In this example, 'bloccato' is used to describe the state of 'il dispositivo' (the device), indicating that it has stopped functioning or is unresponsive.