Korean phrase
~ 금지예요? ~ keum ji ye yo
Meaning
Is ___ prohibited?
When to use it
This asks whether something is prohibited. It is a polite way to check a rule in a particular place and may invite details about where the rule applies.
Example dialogue
음식물 반입은 금지예요? eum sing mul pa ni beun keum ji ye yo
Is bringing food and drinks prohibited?
아니요, 지정된 구역에서는 괜찮아요. a ni yo chi jeong doen ku yeo ge seo neun kwaen cha na yo
No, it is allowed in designated areas.