المعنى
Indicating that an action is prohibited.
خلفية ثقافية
Signs are everywhere. It is a sign of a well-managed public space. Often used by parents to set rules for children. Used in office policies to maintain professionalism. Used to keep vehicles clean and safe.
Use your hands
When saying 'Bawal dito', point to the ground or the area to make it clear.
Tone matters
A flat tone is neutral; a rising tone can sound like a question.
المعنى
Indicating that an action is prohibited.
Use your hands
When saying 'Bawal dito', point to the ground or the area to make it clear.
Tone matters
A flat tone is neutral; a rising tone can sound like a question.
Combine with 'Paki'
If you want to be polite, say 'Pakiusap, bawal dito ang...'
Don't be shy
Filipinos appreciate people who follow rules. Using this phrase shows you respect the space.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
_____ dito ang magtapon ng basura.
'Bawal' is the word for forbidden.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct phrase.
The standard word order is predicate first.
Match the situation to the correct phrase.
You see someone smoking in a no-smoking zone.
Manigarilyo means to smoke.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Pwede ba akong pumarada rito?' B: 'Hindi po, _____.'
The context implies a prohibition.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارين_____ dito ang magtapon ng basura.
'Bawal' is the word for forbidden.
Choose the correct phrase.
The standard word order is predicate first.
You see someone smoking in a no-smoking zone.
Manigarilyo means to smoke.
A: 'Pwede ba akong pumarada rito?' B: 'Hindi po, _____.'
The context implies a prohibition.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
12 أسئلةNo, it is a standard way to state a rule. It only becomes rude if you shout it.
Yes, e.g., 'Bawal dito ang mga bata' (Children are not allowed here).
'Bawal na' means it is now forbidden (it wasn't before).
Yes, it is very common in group chats to set rules.
Usually, formal documents use 'Ipinagbabawal'.
'Ang' marks the subject of the prohibition.
You can, but it sounds like you are emphasizing 'here' specifically.
Yes, it is standard Tagalog understood throughout the Philippines.
It is better for physical actions. For abstract things, use 'Hindi tama'.
Add 'Pasensya na' (Sorry) before the phrase.
Yes, 'Bawal dito ang aso/pusa'.
Yes, it functions as a complete thought in conversation.
عبارات ذات صلة
Hindi pwede
synonymNot allowed
Bawal na gamot
specialized formIllegal drugs
Ipinagbabawal
specialized formProhibited
Bawal ang epal
similarNo show-offs allowed
