die Stolpersteine
Translation
stumbling blocks, obstacles, Stolpersteine (memorial plaques)
Examples
Auf dem Weg zum Erfolg gibt es viele Stolpersteine.
There are many stumbling blocks on the path to success.
In Berlin sieht man überall Stolpersteine.
In Berlin, you see Stolpersteine everywhere.
Grammar Patterns
there are many Stolpersteine. There are many stumbling blocks on the way.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hindernisse (obstacles), Hürden (hurdles), Schwierigkeiten (difficulties)
Etymology
Plural of 'Stolperstein', from 'stolpern' (to stumble) + 'Steine' (stones).
Memory Tips
Remember this is the plural form. One obstacle is a 'Stolperstein', many are 'Stolpersteine'.