Japanese phrase
___は禁止です。 ___ wa kin shi de su
Meaning
___ is not allowed.
When to use it
States that something is not allowed. It is a clear and firm notice used for rules in places such as schools, offices, and public facilities.
Example dialogue
この部屋で飲食してもいいですか？ ko no heya de in shoku shi te mo i i de su ka
Is eating and drinking allowed in this room?
すみません、飲食は禁止です。 su mi ma se n in shoku wa kin shi de su
Sorry, eating and drinking are not allowed.