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"Forbidden" is an adjective which is often translated as "prohibido", and "prohibited" is an adjective which is also often translated as "prohibido". Learn more about the difference between "forbidden" and "prohibited" below.
forbidden(
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. prohibido
Swimming is forbidden in this area.Nadar está prohibido en esta área.
a. tabú
Politics is a forbidden topic when the family comes together for Thanksgiving.La política es un tema tabú cuando la familia se junta para el Día de Acción de Gracias.
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prohibited
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. prohibido
The use of tobacco is prohibited on school grounds.El uso de tabaco está prohibido en el recinto escolar.
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