taboo in German
taboo in German is tabu, Tabu, tabuisieren — taboo means a subject, word, or action that is avoided or forbidden because of strong social or cultural disapproval.
taboo in German
tabu
Excluded or forbidden from use, approach or mention.
Tabu
tabuisieren
What does "taboo" mean?
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noun A subject, word, or action that is avoided or forbidden because of strong social or cultural disapproval.
"Discussing salaries openly is still something of a taboo at the office."
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adj Forbidden or avoided by social custom rather than by law.
"The topic of her divorce was taboo at family dinners."
taboo in a sentence
- Discussing salaries openly is still something of a taboo at the office.
- Many cultures treat certain foods as taboo.
- The topic of her divorce was taboo at family dinners.
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "taboo" in German?
"taboo" in German is tabu, Tabu, tabuisieren. taboo means: A subject, word, or action that is avoided or forbidden because of strong social or cultural disapproval.
How do you use "taboo" in a sentence?
Example: "Discussing salaries openly is still something of a taboo at the office." In German, "taboo" is tabu, Tabu, tabuisieren.
Are there other ways to say "taboo" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "taboo": tabu, Tabu, tabuisieren.
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