taboos

[US]/[ˈtæbuːz]/
[UK]/[ˈtæbuːz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.things that are forbidden or considered unacceptable to do or say; a subject that is not acceptable to talk about in polite conversation; a strong belief that certain actions or words are unacceptable
v.to forbid or consider something unacceptable

Phrases & Collocations

breaking taboos

cultural taboos

avoid taboos

discussing taboos

social taboos

religious taboos

sexual taboos

challenging taboos

addressing taboos

observing taboos

Example Sentences

many cultures have strong taboos surrounding food and drink.

discussing salary can be a sensitive taboo in some workplaces.

the film skirted around the taboos of the era with subtlety.

religious taboos often dictate acceptable behavior and dress.

breaking cultural taboos can lead to social awkwardness.

the comedian challenged societal taboos with his controversial jokes.

certain topics remain taboos within the family dynamic.

the research explored the taboos surrounding death and mourning.

it's important to be aware of local taboos when traveling.

the novel broke numerous taboos regarding gender and sexuality.

generational taboos often shift with changing social norms.

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