When something is forbudt, it means it is forbidden or banned. The verb form is forby, which means to forbid or prohibit. This is often used in official contexts, like laws or rules. You'll hear it when certain actions are not allowed by authority.
When something is forbudt, it means it's officially banned or forbidden. Think of signs like 'Røyking forbudt' (Smoking forbidden) or 'Parkering forbudt' (No parking).
The verb 'å forby' means 'to forbid' or 'to ban'. For example, 'Regjeringen har forbudt salg av alkohol etter midnatt' (The government has forbidden the sale of alcohol after midnight).
When we talk about something being "forbudt" (forbidden), it means that there's a rule or law against it. It's not just something you shouldn't do, but something you legally or officially cannot do. Think of it like a sign that says "No Entry" – it's an official ban.
For example, if a certain type of fishing is "forbudt", it means the authorities have made a regulation to stop it. This word implies a strong, formal prohibition, often with consequences if the ban is ignored. It's about maintaining order and preventing specific actions.
Let's learn the Norwegian verb forby, which means 'to officially ban something'. This is a useful word to know, especially when reading news or discussing rules and regulations.
- Norwegian Word
- forby
- Word Type
- Verb
- CEFR Level
- B1
- Definition
- To officially ban something
§ How to use it in a sentence — grammar, prepositions
Forby is a regular verb in Norwegian, meaning its conjugation follows a predictable pattern. It typically takes a direct object, which is the thing being banned. There are no tricky prepositions usually associated directly with forby itself when stating what is banned. The prepositions will come into play depending on the context of *why* or *where* something is banned.
Let's look at its conjugation:
- Infinitive: forby (to ban)
- Present tense: forbyr (bans, is banning)
- Past tense: forbød (banned)
- Present perfect: har forbudt (has banned)
- Past perfect: hadde forbudt (had banned)
Here are some examples of forby in action:
Regjeringen vil forby røyking på offentlige steder. (The government wants to ban smoking in public places.)
In this example, 'røyking' (smoking) is the direct object. 'På offentlige steder' (in public places) tells us *where* the ban applies.
De forbød bruken av mobiltelefoner i klasserommet. (They banned the use of mobile phones in the classroom.)
Here, 'bruken av mobiltelefoner' (the use of mobile phones) is the direct object. 'I klasserommet' (in the classroom) specifies the location.
Det er forbudt å parkere her. (It is forbidden/banned to park here.)
This sentence uses the past participle forbudt as an adjective, meaning 'forbidden'. This is a very common construction you will encounter.
Loven forbyr diskriminering basert på alder. (The law bans discrimination based on age.)
Here, 'loven' (the law) is the subject, and 'diskriminering' (discrimination) is the object being banned. 'Basert på alder' (based on age) gives more detail about the type of discrimination.
In summary, when you want to talk about something being officially banned or prohibited in Norwegian, forby is the word you need. Pay attention to its conjugation, especially the strong verb forms, and remember that 'det er forbudt å...' is a common way to express that something is forbidden.
§ What 'forby' means
- Norwegian Word
- forby (verb)
- CEFR Level
- B1
- Definition
- To officially ban something
§ Where you hear 'forby'
You'll often encounter the word forby in formal contexts. Think news, official announcements, work rules, and school policies. It means 'to ban' or 'to prohibit' something, usually by an authority.
§ In the news
When you read Norwegian newspapers or listen to the news, you'll hear about things being banned. This could be anything from certain types of products to specific activities.
Regjeringen vurderer å forby
Mange land har valgt å forby
§ At work and school
Your workplace or school might have rules that forby certain actions. These are important to know and follow.
Det er forbudt å røyke inne på skolens område. (It is forbidden to smoke inside the school area.)
Arbeidsgiveren kan forby
§ Other common uses
Beyond the news and institutions, forby can pop up in discussions about laws, regulations, or even just strong personal opinions about what should not be allowed.
Noen mener at man burde forby
Understanding forby helps you grasp rules and restrictions in Norwegian society. Keep an eye out for it in formal writing and news reports.
§ Forby: Common Mistakes
Many learners, especially English speakers, make similar mistakes when using 'forby'. This section will help you avoid them and use the word correctly. We'll look at typical errors and how to fix them.
§ Mistake 1: Confusing 'forby' with 'hindre' (to hinder/prevent)
'Forby' means to officially ban something, often by law or rule. 'Hindre' means to prevent or hinder, which is less formal and doesn't carry the same weight of an official prohibition. It's a common error to use 'forby' when you really mean 'hindre'.
Feil: De prøvde å forby meg fra å komme inn. (Incorrect: They tried to ban me from entering.)
Riktig: De prøvde å hindre meg fra å komme inn. (Correct: They tried to prevent me from entering.)
§ Mistake 2: Incorrect Preposition Usage
When stating what is banned, you usually don't need a preposition directly after 'forby' when the object is clear. English might use 'from' in some contexts, but Norwegian often omits it or uses a different structure.
Feil: Regjeringen valgte å forby fra røyking. (Incorrect: The government chose to ban from smoking.)
Riktig: Regjeringen valgte å forby røyking. (Correct: The government chose to ban smoking.)
- Guideline
- Use the object directly after 'forby' when it's a noun or a gerund (verb acting as a noun, like 'røyking' - smoking).
§ Mistake 3: Overuse or applying to personal decisions
'Forby' implies an official, usually public or institutional, prohibition. It's not typically used for personal decisions or preferences.
Feil: Jeg har forbudt meg selv å spise godteri. (Incorrect: I have forbidden myself from eating candy.)
Riktig: Jeg har sluttet å spise godteri. (Correct: I have stopped eating candy.)
Alternativ: Jeg har bestemt meg for å ikke spise godteri. (Alternative: I have decided not to eat candy.)
§ Mistake 4: Not understanding the passive voice with 'forby'
When something is banned, Norwegian often uses the passive voice 'bli forbudt' or 'være forbudt'. English speakers might default to an active construction that sounds unnatural in Norwegian for general bans.
Aktiv: De forbyr parkering her. (Active: They ban parking here.)
Passiv: Parkering er forbudt her. (Passive: Parking is banned/forbidden here.)
Both are correct, but the passive form ('er forbudt') is very common for signs and general statements about prohibitions.
- Example of passive
Det er forbudt å mate endene. (It is forbidden to feed the ducks.)
§ Understanding 'forby'
The Norwegian verb 'forby' means 'to ban' or 'to prohibit' something. It's used when an authority, like a government, a company, or even a school, officially declares that something is not allowed. Think of it as a strong, official 'no.' It's a B1 word, so it's quite common once you start getting into more complex Norwegian conversations and texts.
- Norwegian Word
- forby (verb)
- Definition
- To officially ban something
§ How to use 'forby'
You'll use 'forby' when you're talking about rules, laws, or strong prohibitions. It's usually followed by the thing being banned. Keep in mind that 'forby' implies a formal or official prohibition, not just someone saying they don't like something.
Regjeringen vil forby
The government wants to ban the sale of tobacco to young people under 20. (Here, the government is the authority.)
Skolen har forbudt
The school has forbidden the use of mobile phones during classes. (The school is the authority.)
Mange land har forbudt
Many countries have banned plastic bags. (Countries are the authority.)
§ Similar words and when to use 'forby' vs. alternatives
While 'forby' is good for official bans, Norwegian has other ways to express prohibition or disapproval. Knowing when to use which word is key to sounding natural.
- Forby (to ban/prohibit): As we've seen, this is for official, often legally binding, prohibitions from an authority.
De har forbudt
They have banned smoking indoors in public places. (This is a formal rule/law.)
- Nekte (to refuse/deny): This is about personal refusal or denying access. It's not about an official ban, but rather an individual or group saying no.
Jeg kan ikke nekte
I cannot deny you access, but I don't recommend it. (A personal decision, not a ban.)
- Tillate (to allow/permit) / Ikke tillate (not to allow/permit): 'Ikke tillate' is a softer way to say something isn't allowed, without the strong, official tone of 'forby'. It implies permission is withheld, rather than a strong prohibition.
Foreldrene mine ville ikke tillate
My parents would not allow me to go to the party. (Permission denied, not a formal ban.)
- Forbud (noun - ban/prohibition): This is the noun form of 'forby'. You'll often see it with verbs like 'innføre' (to introduce) or 'heve' (to lift).
De innførte et forbud mot fyrverkeri i sentrum.
They introduced a ban on fireworks in the city center. (Using the noun 'ban'.)
When deciding between these words, ask yourself: Is this an official, overarching rule or law? If yes, 'forby' or 'forbud' is likely your best bet. If it's a personal refusal or simply not granting permission, 'nekte' or 'ikke tillate' will be more appropriate.
How Formal Is It?
"Regjeringen vil forby salg av tobakk til mindreårige. (The government wants to forbid the sale of tobacco to minors.)"
"Jeg nekter å spise det. (I refuse to eat that.)"
"Mamma nekter meg å gå ut. (Mom won't let me go out.)"
"Det er ikke lov å løpe inne. (It's not allowed to run inside.)"
"Å røyke her er fy-fy. (Smoking here is a no-no.)"
Guide de prononciation
- Misplacing the stress on the second syllable.
- Not rolling the 'r' sound if you are aiming for a more traditional pronunciation.
Grammaire à connaître
Like many Norwegian verbs, 'forby' conjugates based on tense. The present tense is 'forbyr'. For example, 'Regjeringen forbyr salg av alkohol' means 'The government bans the sale of alcohol.'
Regjeringen forbyr salg av alkohol. (The government bans the sale of alcohol.)
The past tense of 'forby' is 'forbød'. You would use this when talking about something that was banned in the past. For instance, 'De forbød røyking innendørs for ti år siden' translates to 'They banned indoor smoking ten years ago.'
De forbød røyking innendørs for ti år siden. (They banned indoor smoking ten years ago.)
The perfect tense (present perfect) is formed with 'har' + the past participle 'forbudt'. An example is 'De har forbudt all jakt i området', which means 'They have banned all hunting in the area.'
De har forbudt all jakt i området. (They have banned all hunting in the area.)
The passive form of 'forby' can be used with 'bli' + the past participle 'forbudt'. For example, 'Salg av fyrverkeri ble forbudt' means 'The sale of fireworks was banned.'
Salg av fyrverkeri ble forbudt. (The sale of fireworks was banned.)
'Forby' is a transitive verb, meaning it generally takes a direct object. You ban *something*. For example, 'De forbyr plastposer' means 'They ban plastic bags.'
De forbyr plastposer. (They ban plastic bags.)
Exemples par niveau
Regjeringen har nylig bestemt seg for å forby all bruk av engangsplast i offentlige institusjoner, noe som vil ha store konsekvenser for leverandørindustrien.
The government recently decided to ban all use of single-use plastic in public institutions, which will have major consequences for the supplier industry.
Til tross for sterke protester fra fiskerne, valgte miljøvernmyndighetene å forby garnfiske i sårbare gyteområder for å beskytte fiskebestandene.
Despite strong protests from fishermen, environmental authorities chose to ban gillnet fishing in vulnerable spawning areas to protect fish stocks.
Mange land har begynt å forby salg av tobakk til personer under 18 år, og noen diskuterer til og med å heve aldersgrensen ytterligere.
Many countries have started to ban the sale of tobacco to individuals under 18, and some are even discussing raising the age limit further.
Det er viktig å forby diskriminering på arbeidsplassen for å sikre likestilling og rettferdige muligheter for alle arbeidstakere, uavhengig av bakgrunn.
It is important to ban discrimination in the workplace to ensure equality and fair opportunities for all employees, regardless of background.
Etter flere alvorlige hendelser, vurderer byrådet å forby droner i nærheten av flyplassen for å unngå potensielle kollisjoner og forbedre sikkerheten.
After several serious incidents, the city council is considering banning drones near the airport to avoid potential collisions and improve safety.
Organisasjonen jobber utrettelig for å forby testing av kosmetikk på dyr, og de har allerede oppnådd betydelige resultater i flere europeiske land.
The organization works tirelessly to ban the testing of cosmetics on animals, and they have already achieved significant results in several European countries.
Skolen har besluttet å forby bruk av mobiltelefoner i klasserommet for å minimere distraksjoner og fremme et mer konsentrert læringsmiljø.
The school has decided to ban the use of mobile phones in the classroom to minimize distractions and promote a more concentrated learning environment.
Internasjonale avtaler søker å forby produksjon og bruk av kjemiske våpen for å hindre at de faller i feil hender og forårsaker ufattelig lidelse.
International agreements seek to ban the production and use of chemical weapons to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands and causing unimaginable suffering.
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
Regjeringen vil forby salg av tobakk til unge under 20 år.
The government wants to ban the sale of tobacco to young people under 20.
Det er forbudt å forby ytringsfrihet.
It is forbidden to ban freedom of speech.
De bestemte seg for å forby alle former for gambling.
They decided to ban all forms of gambling.
Loven ble innført for å forby diskriminering basert på religion.
The law was introduced to prohibit discrimination based on religion.
Mange land har begynt å forby plastposer for å beskytte miljøet.
Many countries have started to ban plastic bags to protect the environment.
Byen planlegger å forby biler i sentrum.
The city plans to ban cars in the city center.
De prøver å forby mobiltelefoner i klasserommet.
They are trying to ban mobile phones in the classroom.
Skolen har valgt å forby energidrikker på området.
The school has chosen to ban energy drinks on the premises.
Det er viktig å forby barnearbeid globalt.
It is important to prohibit child labor globally.
Jeg forbyr deg å fortelle det til noen!
I forbid you to tell anyone!
Modèles grammaticaux
Structures de phrases
å forby noe (verb infinitive + object)
Regjeringen vil forby salg av tobakk til unge under 20 år. (The government wants to ban the sale of tobacco to young people under 20.)
noe er forbudt (subject + er + past participle)
Det er forbudt å røyke inne på offentlige steder. (It is forbidden to smoke inside public places.)
forby noen å gjøre noe (verb + object + infinitive with å)
Skolen forbød elevene å bruke mobiltelefon i timene. (The school forbade the students from using mobile phones during class.)
et forbud mot noe (noun + preposition + object)
Det ble innført et forbud mot plastposer. (A ban on plastic bags was introduced.)
forby (verb) + bruk av (noun phrase)
De har valgt å forby bruk av fyrverkeri i sentrum. (They have chosen to ban the use of fireworks in the city center.)
å nekte/forby adgang til noe (verb + access + preposition + object)
Myndighetene kan forby adgang til visse områder av sikkerhetsgrunner. (Authorities can prohibit access to certain areas for security reasons.)
forbudt ved lov (past participle + preposition + noun)
Diskriminering er forbudt ved lov i Norge. (Discrimination is forbidden by law in Norway.)
forby all form for (verb + quantifier + noun phrase)
Organisasjonen jobber for å forby all form for dyremishandling. (The organization works to ban all forms of animal cruelty.)
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Basic use of 'forby'
Remember that 'forby' means to officially ban something. It's not just a casual 'don't allow'.
Past tense of 'forby'
The past tense of 'forby' is 'forbød'. For example, 'De forbød røyking' (They banned smoking).
Perfect tense of 'forby'
The perfect tense uses 'har forbudt'. For instance, 'Regjeringen har forbudt all jakt' (The government has forbidden all hunting).
Using 'forby' in passive voice
You can say 'det er forbudt' (it is forbidden). For example, 'Det er forbudt å parkere her' (It is forbidden to park here).
Formal vs. informal banning
Use 'forby' for official bans. For informal 'don't allow', you might use 'ikke tillate' or 'nekte'.
Related noun: 'forbud'
The noun form is 'et forbud', meaning a ban or prohibition. 'De innførte et forbud' (They introduced a ban).
Context for 'forby'
'Forby' is often used in contexts like laws, regulations, or official decrees. Think 'government bans' or 'school bans', not 'mom bans'.
Sentence structure with 'forby'
'Subjekt + forbyr + objekt + å + verb'. For example, 'Loven forbyr folk å røyke innendørs' (The law forbids people to smoke indoors).
Don't confuse with 'nekte'
'Nekte' means to deny or refuse. While similar in some contexts, 'forby' is about official prohibition.
Historical context of 'forby'
Historically, 'forby' could also mean to 'forbid marriage' to someone. While less common now, it shows its strong sense of prohibition.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Think of 'forbid' – it's very close to 'forby' in sound and meaning.
Association visuelle
Imagine a big red 'X' sign over something, with the word 'FORBY' written on it in bold letters. Maybe it's a 'no smoking' sign, or a 'no parking' sign, but with the Norwegian word.
Word Web
Défi
Try to identify things in your daily life that are 'forbudt' (forbidden) or that you think someone might want to 'forby' (ban). For example, 'Man burde forby unødvendig plastbruk.' (One should ban unnecessary plastic use.)
Teste-toi 126 questions
De vil ____ røyking inne. (They want to ban smoking inside.)
The sentence requires a verb meaning 'to ban'. 'Forby' is the correct choice.
Læreren vil ____ mobiltelefoner i timen. (The teacher wants to ban mobile phones during class.)
To complete the sentence correctly, the verb 'forby' (to ban) is needed.
Regjeringen kan ____ salg av noen varer. (The government can ban the sale of some goods.)
The context indicates a prohibition by the government, so 'forby' is the appropriate verb.
Det er viktig å ____ farlige ting. (It is important to ban dangerous things.)
The sentence discusses dangerous items, implying they should be banned. 'Forby' fits here.
Skolen vil ____ juks på eksamen. (The school wants to ban cheating on exams.)
To prevent cheating, the school would 'forby' (ban) it.
De må ____ all støy etter kl. 22. (They must ban all noise after 10 PM.)
To stop noise, they would 'forby' (ban) it.
The speaker is telling someone not to smoke.
The school wants to ban something in the classroom.
Someone is asking if parking is forbidden.
Read this aloud:
Jeg forbyr deg å gjøre det.
Focus: forbyr
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Read this aloud:
Er det forbudt?
Focus: forbudt
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Vi må forby dette nå.
Focus: forby
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De vil ___ parkering her. (They want to ban parking here.)
The sentence indicates an action of prohibiting, making 'forby' the correct choice for 'to ban'.
Loven sier at vi må ___ røyking inne. (The law says we must ban smoking inside.)
The context of 'loven sier' (the law says) and 'røyking inne' (smoking inside) strongly suggests a prohibition, so 'forby' (ban) fits best.
Skolen kan ___ mobiltelefoner i timene. (The school can ban mobile phones during classes.)
Schools often prohibit certain items or activities during class. 'Forby' (ban) is the appropriate word here.
De prøver å ___ salg av alkohol etter kl. 22. (They are trying to ban the sale of alcohol after 10 PM.)
Limiting sales hours is a form of prohibition, so 'forby' (ban) is the correct verb.
Regjeringen vil ___ farlige leker. (The government wants to ban dangerous toys.)
Governments often ban products deemed unsafe. 'Forby' (ban) fits the context of dangerous toys.
Er det lov å ___ hunder på stranden her? (Is it allowed to ban dogs on the beach here?)
The question is about whether dogs are allowed or prohibited, making 'forby' (ban) the correct choice.
Hva betyr 'forby'?
'Forby' betyr å ikke tillate noe, altså å forby det.
Hvilket ord er et synonym for 'forby'?
Å nekte noe betyr også å forby det, eller å ikke gi tillatelse.
Hvilken setning bruker 'forby' korrekt?
'Forby' kan brukes i alle disse setningene for å uttrykke et forbud.
Hvis noe er forbudt, kan du gjøre det.
Hvis noe er forbudt, betyr det at du ikke kan gjøre det.
Ordet 'forbud' er relatert til 'forby'.
'Forbud' er substantivformen av verbet 'forby'.
Regjeringen kan forby ting.
Ja, regjeringen har makt til å forby visse handlinger eller varer.
They want to ban smoking indoors.
The government bans the sale of alcohol after midnight.
The law prohibits discrimination.
Read this aloud:
Kan de forby parkering her?
Focus: forby
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Hvorfor forbyr de det?
Focus: hvorfor
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De vil forby det neste år.
Focus: neste år
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Imagine your city wants to ban something that you think is unfair. What would you write to complain? Use 'forby' or 'forbudt'.
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Sample answer
Jeg mener at det er feil å forby sykling i parken. Det er ikke rettferdig for de som liker å sykle der.
Write a short sentence about something that is forbidden in a library.
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Sample answer
Det er forbudt å snakke høyt i biblioteket.
Complete the sentence: 'Skolen bestemte seg for å forby...' (The school decided to ban...)
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Sample answer
Skolen bestemte seg for å forby mobiltelefoner i timene.
What is forbidden on many beaches in Norway?
Read this passage:
På mange strender i Norge er det forbudt å grille. Dette er for å beskytte naturen og forhindre brann. Hvis du griller, kan du få en bot.
What is forbidden on many beaches in Norway?
The passage states 'På mange strender i Norge er det forbudt å grille,' which means 'On many beaches in Norway, it is forbidden to barbecue.'
The passage states 'På mange strender i Norge er det forbudt å grille,' which means 'On many beaches in Norway, it is forbidden to barbecue.'
Why is smoking forbidden indoors in public places in this country?
Read this passage:
I dette landet er det forbudt å røyke innendørs på offentlige steder som restauranter og kafeer. Dette beskytter folk mot passiv røyking.
Why is smoking forbidden indoors in public places in this country?
The passage says 'Dette beskytter folk mot passiv røyking,' meaning 'This protects people from passive smoking.'
The passage says 'Dette beskytter folk mot passiv røyking,' meaning 'This protects people from passive smoking.'
What is the reason for banning dogs off-leash in many parks?
Read this passage:
Mange parker forbyr hunder uten bånd. Dette er for å sørge for at alle føler seg trygge og at hundene ikke skader dyrelivet.
What is the reason for banning dogs off-leash in many parks?
The passage states 'Dette er for å sørge for at alle føler seg trygge og at hundene ikke skader dyrelivet,' meaning 'This is to ensure that everyone feels safe and that the dogs do not harm wildlife.'
The passage states 'Dette er for å sørge for at alle føler seg trygge og at hundene ikke skader dyrelivet,' meaning 'This is to ensure that everyone feels safe and that the dogs do not harm wildlife.'
This sentence means 'We must ban smoking indoors.' The verb 'forby' comes after the modal verb 'må'.
This sentence means 'They want to ban the use of plastic bags.' 'Forby' is placed after the modal verb 'vil'.
This sentence means 'The law shall ban loud noises after 11 PM.' 'Forby' is used with the modal verb 'skal'.
Regjeringen bestemte seg for å ___ salg av alkohol etter kl. 22.
The sentence indicates a restriction on alcohol sales, so 'forby' (to ban) is the correct fit.
Det er viktig å ___ diskriminering i arbeidslivet.
The context implies that discrimination should not be allowed, hence 'forby' (to ban) is suitable.
Skolen valgte å ___ mobilbruk i klasserommene for å forbedre konsentrasjonen.
To improve concentration, the school would likely ban mobile use, making 'forby' (to ban) the right choice.
Mange land har lover som ___ dyremishandling.
Countries typically have laws against animal cruelty, so 'forbyr' (bans) is the appropriate verb form.
Legen anbefalte å ___ røyking helt for pasientens helse.
For better health, a doctor would advise a complete ban on smoking, thus 'forby' (to ban) is correct.
De nye reglene vil ___ all bruk av plastposer i butikkene fra neste år.
The phrase 'fra neste år' (from next year) suggests a future ban on plastic bags, so 'forby' (to ban) is fitting.
Which sentence correctly uses 'forby'?
To 'forby' means to officially ban. Option C describes an official ban on dangerous chemicals. The other options use 'forby' incorrectly in this context.
If something is 'forbudt', what does that mean?
'Forbudt' is the past participle of 'forby', often used as an adjective meaning 'forbidden' or 'prohibited'.
Which action would likely be 'forbudt' in a public park?
Littering is commonly an officially prohibited activity in public spaces, aligning with the meaning of 'forbudt'.
The verb 'forby' can be used to describe someone preventing a friend from doing something.
'Forby' implies an official, authoritative ban, not a personal prevention between friends. For that, you might use 'nekte' (to refuse) or 'hindre' (to hinder).
If a government decides to 'forby' something, it means they are allowing it.
No, 'forby' means the opposite: to officially ban or prohibit something.
The word 'forbud' is related to 'forby' and means 'prohibition' or 'ban'.
'Forbud' is the noun form of 'forby', meaning 'prohibition' or 'ban'.
This sentence structure is common in Norwegian. 'Regjeringen' (The government) is the subject, 'vil' (will) is the auxiliary verb, 'forby' (ban) is the main verb, and 'røyking på offentlige steder' (smoking in public places) is the object/prepositional phrase.
This sentence means 'It is forbidden to use a phone while driving.' 'Det er forbudt' is a common construction for stating something is forbidden.
The sentence means 'The school has chosen to ban energy drinks in the cafeteria.' 'Har valgt å forby' indicates a decision has been made.
Regjeringen besluttet å ___ all salg av alkohol under pandemien.
The government decided to *forby* (ban) all sale of alcohol during the pandemic. 'Tillate' means allow, 'begrense' means limit, and 'regulere' means regulate, none of which fit the context as well as 'forby'.
De nye reglene vil ___ røyking på offentlige steder fra neste måned.
The new rules will *forby* (ban) smoking in public places from next month. 'Oppmuntre' means encourage, 'godkjenne' means approve, and 'anbefale' means recommend, which are all opposite to the intended meaning.
Loven ble vedtatt for å ___ diskriminering basert på religion.
The law was passed to *forby* (ban) discrimination based on religion. 'Fremme' means promote, 'akseptere' means accept, and 'tolerere' means tolerate, which do not fit the context of a law against discrimination.
Skolen har valgt å ___ bruk av mobiltelefoner i klasserommet.
The school has chosen to *forby* (ban) the use of mobile phones in the classroom. 'Tillate' means allow, 'ignorere' means ignore, and 'diskutere' means discuss, none of which align with a definitive action by the school.
Forurensende utslipp er strengt ___ i dette naturreservatet.
Polluting emissions are strictly *forbudt* (forbidden) in this nature reserve. While 'begrenset' (limited) is close, 'forbudt' implies a complete ban, which is more likely in a nature reserve context. 'Tillatt' means allowed, and 'overvåket' means monitored.
Organisasjonen jobber for å ___ barnearbeid globalt.
The organization works to *forby* (ban) child labor globally. 'Støtte' means support, 'implementere' means implement, and 'regulere' means regulate, which do not reflect the goal of eliminating child labor.
Hva er den beste definisjonen av 'forby'?
'Forby' betyr å offisielt forhindre eller nekte noe, som i et forbud.
Hvilket ord er det motsatte av 'forby'?
Det motsatte av å forby (forhindre) er å tillate (gi tillatelse).
Hvilken setning bruker 'forby' korrekt?
'Forby' brukes om offisielle forbud, ofte fra myndigheter eller institusjoner.
Ordet 'forby' kan brukes når en venn sier at du ikke kan låne genseren deres.
'Forby' antyder et formelt eller offisielt forbud, ikke en uformell avslag mellom venner.
Når noe er forbudt, betyr det at det er tillatt.
Hvis noe er forbudt, er det ikke tillatt; det er nektet eller ulovlig.
En lov som gjør noe ulovlig, 'forbyr' den handlingen.
Ja, lover 'forbyr' ofte handlinger for å gjøre dem ulovlige.
The government has decided to ban single-use plastics.
It is forbidden to smoke indoors in public places.
The law will prohibit discrimination based on age.
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Si: 'De valgte å forby farlig avfall.'
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This sentence structure (Subject-Verb-Adverb-Object) is common in Norwegian. 'Regjeringen' (The government) is the subject, 'vil' (will) is the auxiliary verb, 'forby' (forbid) is the main verb, and the rest forms the object phrase.
Here, 'Det er forbudt å...' (It is forbidden to...) is a common construction. 'Forby' (forbid) is the infinitive verb following 'å'.
The structure 'har valgt å forby' (have chosen to forbid) shows a perfect tense verb 'har valgt' followed by the infinitive 'å forby'.
Regjeringen besluttet å ______ all import av plastprodukter for å redusere miljøforurensning.
The government decided to 'forby' (ban) all import of plastic products. 'Tillate' means to allow, 'oppmuntre' means to encourage, and 'foreslå' means to suggest.
Det er strengt ______ å røyke innendørs på offentlige steder i Norge.
It is strictly 'forbudt' (forbidden) to smoke indoors in public places in Norway. 'Anbefalt' means recommended, 'tillatt' means allowed, and 'vanlig' means common.
Skolen har valgt å ______ bruk av mobiltelefoner under undervisningen for å forbedre konsentrasjonen.
The school has chosen to 'forby' (ban) the use of mobile phones during classes. 'Oppfordre til' means to encourage, 'begrense' means to limit, and 'tillate' means to allow.
Internasjonal lov ______ tortur under alle omstendigheter.
International law 'forbyr' (forbids) torture under all circumstances. 'Foreskriver' means prescribes, 'fordømmer' means condemns, and 'godkjenner' means approves.
Forurensningsloven ______ utslipp av farlige kjemikalier i naturen uten tillatelse.
The pollution law 'forbyr' (forbids) the emission of dangerous chemicals into nature without permission. 'Tillater' means allows, 'oppfordrer' means encourages, and 'regulerer' means regulates.
Myndighetene vurderer å ______ salg av energidrikker til mindreårige på grunn av helsefare.
The authorities are considering to 'forby' (ban) the sale of energy drinks to minors due to health risks. 'Regulere' means regulate, 'anbefale' means recommend, and 'liberalisere' means liberalize.
Imagine you are a city council member. Write a short official statement announcing a new ban on single-use plastic bags in your city. Include the reason for the ban and when it will take effect.
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Byrådet har besluttet å forby bruken av engangsplastposer fra og med 1. januar neste år. Dette gjøres for å beskytte miljøet og redusere plastforurensning i byen vår. Vi oppfordrer alle innbyggere til å ta i bruk gjenbrukbare handlenett.
Write a paragraph describing a historical event where something was officially banned due to political or social reasons. Explain the context and the consequences of the ban.
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I det 20. århundre valgte mange land å forby produksjon og salg av alkohol, en periode kjent som forbudstiden. Dette var et forsøk på å løse sosiale problemer knyttet til alkoholisme, men det førte i stedet til en økning i organisert kriminalitet og en svartbørs for alkohol. Konsekvensene var ofte det motsatte av det som var tiltenkt.
You are a journalist reporting on a new government regulation that will forbid certain activities in national parks. Describe the new regulation, what it forbids, and its potential impact.
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Regjeringen har nylig besluttet å forby motorisert ferdsel utenfor merkede stier i alle nasjonalparker. Denne reguleringen er ment å beskytte sårbare økosystemer og dyreliv. Kritikere frykter at dette vil begrense tilgangen for turister og friluftsinteresserte, mens forkjempere hevder det er et nødvendig skritt for bevaring.
Hvilket tema diskuteres i teksten?
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I en stadig mer digitalisert verden har debatten om ytringsfrihet og sensur blusset opp på ny. Noen hevder at visse typer innhold må forbydes for å beskytte sårbare grupper, mens andre kjemper for en absolutt ytringsfrihet. Spørsmålet er komplekst, og det er sjelden en enkel løsning når man skal veie individuelle rettigheter mot samfunnets felles goder.
Hvilket tema diskuteres i teksten?
Teksten handler hovedsakelig om debatten rundt ytringsfrihet og sensur i den digitale verden, og hvordan man vurderer å forby visst innhold.
Teksten handler hovedsakelig om debatten rundt ytringsfrihet og sensur i den digitale verden, og hvordan man vurderer å forby visst innhold.
Hvorfor foreslås den nye loven?
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En ny lov er foreslått for å forby all bruk av droner i nærheten av flyplasser. Forslaget kommer etter flere nestenulykker og økende bekymring for sikkerheten i luftrommet. Loven vil også spesifisere straffer for dem som overtrer forbudet, med bøter og potensielt fengselsstraff.
Hvorfor foreslås den nye loven?
Teksten sier klart at forslaget kommer etter 'flere nestenulykker og økende bekymring for sikkerheten i luftrommet'.
Teksten sier klart at forslaget kommer etter 'flere nestenulykker og økende bekymring for sikkerheten i luftrommet'.
Hva er hovedargumentet for å forby reklame for usunn mat rettet mot barn?
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Det har lenge vært en diskusjon om hvorvidt reklame for usunn mat rettet mot barn bør forbydes. Studier viser en klar sammenheng mellom eksponering for slik reklame og barns spisevaner. Motstandere av et forbud hevder at det vil begrense bedrifters frihet og at foreldre har hovedansvaret for barnas kosthold.
Hva er hovedargumentet for å forby reklame for usunn mat rettet mot barn?
Teksten nevner at 'Studier viser en klar sammenheng mellom eksponering for slik reklame og barns spisevaner', som er hovedgrunnen til å vurdere et forbud.
Teksten nevner at 'Studier viser en klar sammenheng mellom eksponering for slik reklame og barns spisevaner', som er hovedgrunnen til å vurdere et forbud.
This sentence structure reflects a common way to express a government's consideration of a ban. 'Regjeringen' (The government) is the subject, 'vurderer' (is considering) is the verb, followed by 'å forby' (to ban), and then the object of the ban 'salg av engangsplast' (the sale of single-use plastic).
The sentence begins with a time reference 'I 2004' (In 2004). The passive construction 'ble det forbudt' (it became forbidden) is used, followed by 'å røyke' (to smoke) and the location 'innendørs på restauranter' (indoors in restaurants).
This sentence structure shows a council discussing a proposal. 'Kommunestyret' (The city council) is the subject, 'diskuterte' (discussed) is the verb, followed by 'et forslag om å forby' (a proposal to ban) and the object 'tungtransport i sentrum' (heavy transport in the city center).
Regjeringen besluttet å ___ all røyking på offentlige steder for å forbedre folkehelsen.
The sentence indicates a decision to stop smoking in public, which aligns with 'forby' (to ban).
Enkelte land har valgt å ___ innførsel av genmodifiserte organismer av frykt for uforutsette konsekvenser.
The context of fear over unforeseen consequences suggests a ban on genetically modified organisms, hence 'forby'.
Etter den tragiske hendelsen, ble det foreslått å ___ salg av visse typer våpen for å øke sikkerheten.
To increase security after a tragic event, the most logical action regarding weapon sales is to ban them, or 'forby'.
Mange aktivister kjemper for å ___ dyreforsøk i kosmetikkindustrien, og argumenterer for etiske hensyn.
Activists arguing for ethical considerations would aim to ban animal testing, making 'forby' the correct choice.
FNs sikkerhetsråd vedtok en resolusjon for å ___ all kjernefysisk våpenutvikling i regionen.
The UN Security Council would typically ban nuclear weapon development to maintain peace, so 'forby' fits.
Det ble vurdert å ___ bruk av mobiltelefoner under kjøring på grunn av den økende risikoen for ulykker.
To reduce accidents, the logical action regarding mobile phone use while driving is to ban it, hence 'forby'.
Hvilket ord er et synonym for 'forby'?
'Neke' betyr å si nei til noe, som ligner på å forby. De andre alternativene er antonymer eller relaterte ord.
Hvilken setning bruker 'forby' korrekt i en formell kontekst?
'Forby' brukes ofte i offisielle sammenhenger, som når en regjering vedtar et forbud. De andre setningene er mer uformelle eller personlige.
Hvilket forbud ville mest sannsynlig blitt håndhevet av en offentlig instans?
Offentlige instanser håndhever lover og regler som gjelder sikkerhet og orden. Å sykle på motorveien er farlig og er derfor ulovlig. De andre forbudene er mer private eller sosiale regler.
Et 'forbud' er en handling utført av en autoritet for å stoppe noe.
Dette stemmer. Ordet 'forby' innebærer en offisiell hindring eller stopp av en aktivitet.
Hvis noe er 'forbudt', betyr det at det er sterkt anbefalt.
Dette er feil. Hvis noe er 'forbudt', betyr det at det er ulovlig eller ikke tillatt.
Et forbud kan oppheves, noe som betyr at det ikke lenger er gyldig.
Dette er korrekt. Forbud kan være midlertidige eller endres av den autoriteten som innførte dem.
Imagine you are a legal expert advising the Norwegian government. Draft a short paragraph explaining the implications of banning a popular social media platform. Focus on the legal and social consequences. Use the verb 'forby' at least once.
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Å forby en populær sosial medieplattform ville ha vidtrekkende konsekvenser. Juridisk sett ville det utfordre ytringsfriheten og kreve grundig lovgivning for å rettferdiggjøre et slikt inngrep. Sosialt sett ville det sannsynligvis føre til betydelig misnøye og potensielt vanskeliggjøre kommunikasjon for mange borgere. En slik handling må veies nøye mot de demokratiske prinsippene vi verdsetter.
You are a journalist reporting on a new environmental regulation. Write a headline and a short lead paragraph (2-3 sentences) about a local council's decision to ban certain types of single-use plastics. Incorporate the word 'forby'.
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Kommunestyret vil forby engangsplast: Et Skritt Mot Grønnere Fremtid Det lokale kommunestyret har nylig stemt for å forby flere typer engangsplast fra og med neste år. Dette tiltaket er ment å redusere plastforurensning og fremme en mer bærekraftig livsstil i regionen.
Write a formal letter to a fictional organization, 'Norsk Kulturråd' (Norwegian Council of Culture), arguing for or against the decision to ban a controversial play from being performed in public theaters. Use 'forby' correctly in your argument.
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Til Norsk Kulturråd, Jeg skriver for å uttrykke min bekymring/støtte angående forslaget om å forby det kontroversielle teaterstykket 'Mørkets Refleksjon' fra offentlig fremføring. Mens noen kan argumentere for at stykkets innhold er støtende, er det avgjørende å opprettholde ytringsfriheten innen kunsten. Å forby et kunstverk sender en farlig presedens, og det er viktig at vi tillater dialog selv rundt vanskelige temaer.
Hva er hovedgrunnen til at bystyret valgte å forby droner over offentlige parker?
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I et nylig vedtak har bystyret besluttet å forby all bruk av droner over offentlige parker og rekreasjonsområder. Dette kommer etter flere klager fra innbyggere angående personvern og støy. Begrunnelsen er å sikre ro og orden, samt å beskytte privatlivets fred. Overtredelser vil medføre strenge bøter.
Hva er hovedgrunnen til at bystyret valgte å forby droner over offentlige parker?
Teksten nevner eksplisitt 'flere klager fra innbyggere angående personvern og støy' som årsak til forbudet.
Teksten nevner eksplisitt 'flere klager fra innbyggere angående personvern og støy' som årsak til forbudet.
Hvilket argument brukes IKKE for å forby politiske demonstrasjoner, ifølge teksten?
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Debatten om å forby politiske demonstrasjoner i sentrum av byen har blusset opp igjen. Noen argumenterer for at det er nødvendig for å opprettholde trafikkflyten og sikkerheten, mens andre hevder at det vil kneble ytringsfriheten. Ordføreren har uttalt at man må finne en balanse mellom innbyggernes rettigheter og byens funksjonalitet.
Hvilket argument brukes IKKE for å forby politiske demonstrasjoner, ifølge teksten?
Teksten nevner trafikkflyt og sikkerhet som argumenter for forbud, men nevner ikke ulovlig graffiti.
Teksten nevner trafikkflyt og sikkerhet som argumenter for forbud, men nevner ikke ulovlig graffiti.
Hvorfor vegrer noen land seg for å innføre et forbud mot de skadelige kjemikaliene?
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Et internasjonalt organ har anbefalt å forby salg av visse typer kjemikalier på verdensbasis, med henvisning til deres skadelige effekter på miljøet og menneskers helse. Flere land har allerede innført slike forbud, mens andre vurderer det nøye på grunn av økonomiske konsekvenser for industrien. Diskusjonen fortsetter, men presset for en global implementering er økende.
Hvorfor vegrer noen land seg for å innføre et forbud mot de skadelige kjemikaliene?
Teksten sier 'andre vurderer det nøye på grunn av økonomiske konsekvenser for industrien'.
Teksten sier 'andre vurderer det nøye på grunn av økonomiske konsekvenser for industrien'.
This sentence structure is common when discussing government actions or regulations. 'Regjeringen' (The government) is the subject, 'vil forby' (will ban) is the verb phrase, and 'salg av fyrverkeri til privatpersoner' (the sale of fireworks to private individuals) is the direct object.
This sentence emphasizes the unacceptability of banning free speech in a democratic society. 'Det er strengt forbudt' (It is strictly forbidden) sets the tone, followed by the infinitive 'å forby ytringsfrihet' (to ban freedom of speech) and the context 'i et demokratisk samfunn' (in a democratic society).
This sentence describes an organization's efforts to ban the import of trophy hunting products. 'Organisasjonen' (The organization) is the subject, 'kjemper for' (fights for) is the verb phrase, and 'å forby import av troféjaktprodukter' (to ban the import of trophy hunting products) is the objective of their fight.
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Basic use of 'forby'
Remember that 'forby' means to officially ban something. It's not just a casual 'don't allow'.
Past tense of 'forby'
The past tense of 'forby' is 'forbød'. For example, 'De forbød røyking' (They banned smoking).
Perfect tense of 'forby'
The perfect tense uses 'har forbudt'. For instance, 'Regjeringen har forbudt all jakt' (The government has forbidden all hunting).
Using 'forby' in passive voice
You can say 'det er forbudt' (it is forbidden). For example, 'Det er forbudt å parkere her' (It is forbidden to park here).
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