Prohibidas (en. Prohibited)
/pɾo.i.bi.ˈðas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is not allowed by law or regulation.
Drugs are prohibited in many countries.
Las drogas son prohibidas en muchos países.
That is banned or excluded.
There are certain practices prohibited in religion.
Existen ciertas prácticas prohibidas en la religión.
That should not be done or used.
Entry to the area is prohibited without authorization.
Las entradas al área son prohibidas sin autorización.
Etymology
From the Latin 'prohibitus', participle of 'prohibere', which means 'to prevent'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Prohibited by law
Things that are not allowed according to legislation.
prohibidas por la ley
Prohibited areas
Areas where access is restricted.
zonas prohibidas
Prohibited behaviors
Actions that are considered inappropriate or illegal.
conductas prohibidas
Related Words
To forbid
To prevent or make something not allowed.
prohibir
Interdiction
Prohibition or restriction of something.
interdicción
To veto
To forbid or prevent with authority.
vetar
Slang Meanings
Things that cannot be done at the party.
That drink is prohibited, don't bring it.
Esa bebida está prohibida, no la traigas.
Something that is not allowed but is done anyway.
He plays cards, even though it's something prohibited here.
Él juega a las cartas, aunque es algo prohibido aquí.