Definitions
n. a social rule against discussing or doing something
禁忌
adj. considered unacceptable to discuss or do within a particular group
禁忌的；忌讳的
Example
Discussing salaries remains a taboo in our office.
在我们办公室，讨论薪资仍是禁忌。
Public education can challenge the taboo surrounding mental illness and encourage more people to seek support.
公众教育可以挑战围绕精神疾病的禁忌，鼓励更多人寻求支持。
Collocations
- break a taboo
- a taboo subject
- a taboo against
Usage tip
名词指禁忌；形容词可说a taboo subject。
FAQ
- What does taboo mean?
- a social rule against discussing or doing something considered unacceptable to discuss or do within a particular group
- How is taboo pronounced?
- UK /təˈbuː/, US /təˈbuː/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
