禁物
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Base noun form. Refers to something that is prohibited or should be avoided, often due to social, cultural, or practical reasons. Example: 『それは禁物です』 (sore wa kinmotsu desu, 'that is forbidden / Taboo').
Theme
At a health clinic, User is consulting with Dr. Sato about dietary restrictions for a recent condition.
禁物
きんもつ
taboo, forbidden thing
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Think of a 'kin' (like 'kin' in 'king') who forbids something — it's a taboo! 'Kin' forbids → 禁物 (kinmotsu, 'taboo, forbidden thing').
Cultural Note
『禁物』 (kinmotsu, 'taboo, forbidden thing') is used in various contexts, from social etiquette to health advice. For example, in traditional settings, certain behaviors might be 『禁物』 (kinmotsu, 'taboo') during ceremonies, or doctors might say something is 『禁物』 (kinmotsu, 'forbidden') for a patient's diet.
Forms
Base: 禁物Base noun form. Refers to something that is prohibited or should be avoided, often due to social, cultural, or practical reasons. Example: 『それは禁物です』 (sore wa kinmotsu desu, 'that is forbidden / Taboo').