English Word · Intermediate
no-no
Something that is forbidden, prohibited, discouraged or taboo
Pronunciation: say no-no
Meaning
Something that is forbidden, prohibited, discouraged or taboo.
Example
Smoking indoors is becoming a real no-no these days, in many places.
Smoking indoors is becoming a real no-no these days, in many places.
Practice tips
- Practice no-no out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.