French phrase

On ne peut pas ~.

Meaning

You can't ___.

When to use it

Shows that something cannot be done. It can express prohibition, lack of ability, or physical limits and is common in everyday speech.

Example dialogue

On ne peut pas fumer.

You can't smoke.

D'accord, j'éteins ma cigarette.

Okay, I'll put out my cigarette.

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