What is the Spanish word for "prohibit"?

Learn how to say "prohibit" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

prohibit

Spanish

prohibir

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Examples of how to use "prohibit" in Spanish

English
The new law prohibits smoking in public places.
Spanish
La nueva ley prohíbe fumar en lugares públicos.
English
The school prohibits mobile phones during class.
Spanish
La escuela prohíbe los teléfonos móviles durante la clase.
English
The city prohibited smoking in public parks.
Spanish
La ciudad prohibió fumar en los parques públicos.
English
They are prohibiting loud music tonight.
Spanish
Están prohibiendo música alta esta noche.
English
She has prohibited pets in her apartment.
Spanish
Ella ha prohibido las mascotas en su apartamento.

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