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verboten

 

[ fษ›rหˆboสŠtษ™n ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

prohibited by law

Verboten is a German word meaning 'forbidden' or 'prohibited'. It is commonly used to describe things that are not allowed, especially in strict or formal situations. Often, it implies a strong or absolute prohibition. The term can be used in various contexts, from legal restrictions to social norms. Its usage has become more widespread in English, particularly in settings that reference German culture or history.

Synonyms

banned, forbidden, prohibited, taboo

Examples of usage

  • The use of fireworks during the festival is verboten.
  • In the library, talking loudly is strictly verboten.
  • Certain topics are considered verboten in polite conversation.

Translations

Translations of the word "verboten" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น proibido

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคคเคฟเคฌเค‚เคงเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช verboten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dilarang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฑะพั€ะพะฝะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zakazany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฆๆญขใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท interdit

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ prohibido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yasak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธˆ์ง€๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู…ู†ูˆุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zakรกzanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zakรกzanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฆๆญข็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prepovedan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bannaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั‹ะนั‹ะผ ัะฐะปั‹ะฝา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ แƒซแƒแƒšแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qadaฤŸan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ prohibido

Etymology

The term 'verboten' originates from the German language, derived from the verb 'verbieten' which means 'to forbid'. The word gained popularity during the early 20th century, particularly during and after World War I, as it was commonly used to describe restrictions imposed by military or governmental authority. Over time, 'verboten' transcended its original linguistic boundaries and entered English usage. In English-speaking cultures, it is often employed in a humorous or exaggerated manner, underscoring the seriousness of the prohibition. Its adoption into English reflects broader cultural exchanges and the influence of German culture, especially in contexts related to rules, decorum, and social conduct. The term carries a connotation of severity and absolute prohibition, making it effective in conveying the weight of the restrictions it describes.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,443, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.