English–Japanese

“ban” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikinshi

Example

この公園では花火が禁止されています。ko no kō en de wa hana bi ga kin shi sa re te i ma su

Fireworks are banned in this park.

Illustration for 禁止 (ban)

How to say “ban” in Japanese

“Ban” in Japanese is 禁止 (kinshi).

Sets a clear rule that prevents a particular action from being done.

Full entry for 禁止: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 禁止

この施設では、ペットの持ち込みは禁止です。ko no shi setsu de wa pe tto no mo chi ko mi wa kin shi de su

Bringing pets into this facility is prohibited.

Tips for using 禁止

  • A Japanese sign using 禁止 (kinshi) usually states a general rule for everyone rather than addressing one person in conversation.

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