No. 11,435 in German
sprechverbote
"Speech bans" or "prohibitions on speaking."
In a sentence
Die neuen Sprechverbote im Unternehmen haben zu einer offenen Diskussion geführt.
The new speaking prohibitions in the company have led to an open discussion.
Here, 'Sprechverbote' is used in the plural form and refers to enforced rules or restrictions prohibiting speech within the company.
Sprechverbote können die Meinungsfreiheit drastisch einschränken.
Speaking prohibitions can drastically limit freedom of speech.
In this sentence, 'Sprechverbote' is used in a general sense to denote practices or regulations that hinder the ability to express opinions freely.
Die Schüler diskutierten über die Bedeutung von Sprechverboten im Unterricht.
The students discussed the implications of speaking prohibitions in the classroom.
The term 'Sprechverbote' here highlights situations in which speech is limited or regulated within a specific context, such as during classroom activities.
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