Words meaning 'prohibit' or 'forbidden'
The character 禁 carries the core meaning of forbidding or prohibiting.
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The character 禁 carries the core meaning of forbidding or prohibiting.
to ban; prohibit; forbid
forbidden zone / restricted area
When read jīn, 禁 conveys the sense of bearing or controlling oneself, often in negative constructions.
cannot refrain from; involuntarily; spontaneously
Can't help / Unable to resist
He was imprisoned in a dark cell.
No loud talking is allowed in the library.
She lost control of her bladder from the shock.
Seeing the cute cat, I couldn't help but smile.
This is a military restricted area, please keep away.
unable to control one's feelings / unable to restrain oneself
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Characters pronounced "jin".
Characters with radical "示".