Meaning and Usage
The verb '금지되다' means 'to be forbidden' or 'to be prohibited.' It is a passive form derived from '금지하다' (to prohibit). This word is commonly used in formal or official contexts such as rules, laws, and regulations.
Common Contexts
You will often see '금지되다' in signs, announcements, or written rules indicating what actions are not allowed, such as smoking, phone use, or fishing.
Collocations and Patterns
- 금지되다 + ~에서: indicates the place where something is prohibited (e.g., 공원에서 금지되다)
- ~이/가 금지되다: the subject (action or thing) is prohibited
- 금지된 + noun: describes something that is forbidden
Register and Politeness
'금지되다' is neutral and formal, suitable for written language and official speech. It is not used in casual conversation.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '금지되다' with '금하다,' which is a more formal verb meaning 'to prohibit.' Remember that '금지되다' is passive and describes the state of being prohibited, while '금하다' is active and means to prohibit someone or something.
Use '금지되다' when you want to say that something is forbidden by rules or laws, especially in formal contexts.