No. 12,227 in German
verbotene
"Verbotene" means "forbidden" or "prohibited" in English.
In a sentence
Er hatte eine verbotene Beziehung.
He had a forbidden relationship.
Here, 'verbotene' is used as an adjective meaning 'forbidden', describing the type of relationship.
Das Betreten des Grundstücks ist verbotene Handlung.
Entering the property is a forbidden action.
'Verbotene' modifies 'Handlung', expressing that this action is not allowed.
Die verbotene Zone war deutlich markiert.
The forbidden zone was clearly marked.
In this case, 'verbotene' describes 'Zone', indicating it is restricted or not permitted.
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