cấm cửa

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The Vietnamese phrase "cấm cửa" translates to "forbid (someone) to enter" in English. It is often used when someone is not allowed to come to a place, typically due to bad behavior or a negative situation.

Basic Meaning

• Definition: To forbid someone from entering a place.
• Example: "Vì nó bậy bạ, cho nên anh ta đã cấm cửa nó."
  • Translation: "Because of the fellow's bad behavior, he forbade him to darken his door again."

Usage Instructions

• Use "cấm cửa" when you want to express that someone is not allowed to come back, usually because of something inappropriate they did.
• It can refer to both physical locations (like a house or a party) and metaphorical situations (like a friendship or relationship).

Advanced Usage

• "Cấm cửa" can be used in various contexts, such as in family situations, workplaces, or social gatherings. It carries a tone of authority and seriousness.
• Example in a workplace: "Sếp đã cấm cửa anh ta vì lý do không hoàn thành công việc."
  • Translation: "The boss has forbidden him to enter because he did not complete his work."

Word Variants

• The phrase can be expanded with additional words for more context:
  • "cấm cửa hoàn toàn" (completely forbid entry)
  • "cấm cửa tạm thời" (temporarily forbid entry)

Different Meanings

While "cấm cửa" primarily means to forbid entry, it can also imply a broader sense of exclusion from a group or situation.

Synonyms

• "cấm" (forbid) - This word on its own can also mean to prohibit.
• "không cho vào" (not allow to enter) - A more direct way to express the same idea.

Academic

1. To forbid (someone) to darken one's door
   • vì nó bậy bạ, cho nên anh ta đã cấm cửa nó
     because of the fellow's bad behaviour, he forbad him to darken his door again