Si la loi interdit de fumer ici, les gens doivent obéir et éviter ce comportement.
English: If the law prohibits smoking here, people must obey and avoid this behavior.
interdire /ɛ̃tɛʁdˈiʁ/ · verb · CEFR B2. French translation of "prohibit".
See also: Vocabulary entry (French) · Topic: French Contrôle et Influence
- Source term
- prohibit
- Translation
- interdire
- CEFR Level
- B2
- Part of speech
- verb
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| Dictionary form | interdire |
|---|---|
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How to use it in a sentence
- Pattern
- Subject + helper/modal + interdire
- Examples
- Nous devons souvent interdire.
- Tip
- Adjust endings and word order to match the full sentence.
Topic context
This word appears in the French Contrôle et Influence.
Example Sentences
Il est strictement interdit de fumer à l'intérieur de tous les bâtiments publics ici.
English: Smoking is strictly prohibited inside all public buildings here.
La nouvelle loi interdit la vente de sacs en plastique.
English: The new law prohibits the sale of plastic bags.
La photographie était interdite dans les salles les plus précieuses du musée.
English: Photography was prohibited in the museum's most valuable rooms.
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