Larang (en. Prohibition)

lah-rang

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A command or rule that prohibits a specific action or behavior.
There is a prohibition on the use of illegal drugs in the school.
May larang sa paggamit ng bawal na gamot ang paaralan.
A law or regulation that limits activities.
The prohibition on mining in the forest is enforced by the government.
Ang larang sa pagmimina sa kagubatan ay ipinapatupad ng pamahalaan.
Prevention or opposition to something.
His prohibition on eating sweets is to maintain his health.
Ang kanyang larang sa pagkain ng matatamis ay upang mapanatili ang kanyang kalusugan.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'laga', meaning to block or prevent.

Common Phrases and Expressions

there is a prohibition
there is a ban or limitation.
may larang
law prohibition
rules or laws that prohibit.
larang ng batas

Related Words

forbidden
A term describing something that is prohibited.
bawal
legislation
The process of making laws or regulations.
pagbatas

Slang Meanings

Prohibited
Entry into the house without permission is forbidden.
Larang ang pagpasok sa loob ng bahay ng walang paalam.
It's forbidden
It's forbidden to make noise here!
Bawal ang mag-ingay dito, larang yan!
Don't do it
Don't come home late.
Larangan ang pag-uwi ng late sa bahay.