Signification
Stating that something is not allowed.
Contexte culturel
Danes have a high level of trust in authorities. If a sign says 'Det er forbudt', most people will follow it because they believe the rule exists for a good reason, like safety or environmental protection. In Greenland, certain 'forbud' relate to the protection of traditional hunting grounds or specific animal species during certain seasons, which is vital for the ecosystem. Among young people, 'Det er forbudt' can be used sarcastically to mock someone who is being too 'square' or rule-abiding. Workplace safety (Arbejdsmiljø) is taken very seriously. Prohibitions regarding safety gear are non-negotiable and strictly enforced.
Look for the signs
In Denmark, signs are often minimalist. A red circle with a white bar means 'forbudt' even if the word isn't written.
Don't be too aggressive
Telling a stranger 'Det er forbudt!' can be seen as very confrontational. Use it only if necessary.
Signification
Stating that something is not allowed.
Look for the signs
In Denmark, signs are often minimalist. A red circle with a white bar means 'forbudt' even if the word isn't written.
Don't be too aggressive
Telling a stranger 'Det er forbudt!' can be seen as very confrontational. Use it only if necessary.
Use with 'at'
Always remember to follow it with 'at' + the base form of the verb. It makes you sound much more fluent.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to say 'It is forbidden to park here'.
Det er ______ at parkere her.
We need the past participle 'forbudt' to complete the 'Det er...' construction.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct rule for a library.
The correct pattern is 'Det er forbudt' + 'at' + infinitive (tale).
Match the sign to the situation.
Where would you see 'Adgang forbudt'?
'Adgang forbudt' means 'No Entry', common for dangerous or private areas.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Må jeg tage min hund med ind? B: Nej, desværre, ______.
'Det er forbudt' is the natural way to state a rule about pets in a shop.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Common Prohibitions
Public Spaces
- • Rygning
- • Parkering
- • Affald
Social Rules
- • Sko inde
- • Mobil ved bordet
- • Bandeord
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesDet er ______ at parkere her.
We need the past participle 'forbudt' to complete the 'Det er...' construction.
Choose the correct rule for a library.
The correct pattern is 'Det er forbudt' + 'at' + infinitive (tale).
Where would you see 'Adgang forbudt'?
'Adgang forbudt' means 'No Entry', common for dangerous or private areas.
A: Må jeg tage min hund med ind? B: Nej, desværre, ______.
'Det er forbudt' is the natural way to state a rule about pets in a shop.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it can be used for any rule, from a sign in a park to a rule in your own house.
No, you should say 'Det er forbudt for mig'. In Danish, the action is forbidden, not the person.
The opposite is 'tilladt' (allowed).
Yes, it is quite direct. In casual conversation, 'Det må man ikke' is softer.
It sounds like a short, sharp 't' sound. The 'd' is silent.
Yes, you can say 'Det er forbudt at tale om penge' to describe a social norm.
It functions as an adjective in this phrase, but it is technically the past participle of 'forbyde'.
No, signs often just say 'Forbudt' or 'Adgang forbudt'.
The root 'bud' is used for commandments, but 'forbudt' is the negative version.
Only as a joke. 'Det er forbudt at spise ananas på pizza!'
Expressions liées
Det er tilladt
contrastIt is allowed
Adgang forbudt
specialized formNo entry
Det må man ikke
synonymOne must not do that
Ulovligt
similarIllegal
Forbud
builds onA ban
