is prohibited
[ɪz prəˈhɪbɪtɪd]
verb phrase
é proibido
1. to officially forbid or prevent something from happening; to declare that something is not allowed
Smoking is prohibited in this building.
Fumar é proibido neste edifício.
2. to make it illegal or impossible to do something
The use of mobile phones is prohibited during the exam.
O uso de telefones celulares é proibido durante o exame.
3. to restrict or ban access to something
Entry is prohibited without authorization.
A entrada é proibida sem autorização.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'is prohibited' appears prominently on official signage (signs, notices, regulations). In Brazil, it's commonly seen on public transportation, government buildings, and commercial establishments. The phrase is formal and legalistic; casual speech typically uses 'não pode' (cannot/you can't) instead of 'é proibido' (is prohibited).
NYC Slang
nah, that's not allowed / that ain't happenin'
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