nghiêm cấm

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The Vietnamese word "nghiêm cấm" is a verb that means "to forbid" or "to prohibit." It is used to indicate that something is not allowed and should not be done. The phrase conveys a sense of seriousness or strictness regarding the prohibition.

Usage Instructions

You can use "nghiêm cấm" when you want to emphasize that an action or behavior is not permitted. It is often found in rules, regulations, or signs to warn people about forbidden activities.

Example

1. In a sentence: "Hút thuốc ở đây bị nghiêm cấm." (Smoking here is strictly prohibited.)
2. In a sign: "Nghiêm cấm vào khu vực này." (Entry to this area is forbidden.)

Advanced Usage

"nghiêm cấm" can be used in formal contexts, such as laws or official documents. It is often paired with other words to create phrases like "nghiêm cấm hành vi" (forbidding behavior) or "nghiêm cấm việc làm" (prohibiting actions).

Word Variants

• Nghiêm cấm hành vi: Prohibiting certain behaviors.
• Nghiêm cấm sử dụng: Forbidding the use of something.

Different Meaning

While "nghiêm cấm" primarily means to prohibit, it can also imply a strong disapproval of something or a serious warning against it.

Academic

verb

1. to forbid
   • sự nghiêm cấm
     strict prohibition