das Verbotsgesetz
Translation
prohibition law, prohibitory act
Examples
Das Verbotsgesetz wurde im Parlament verabschiedet.
The prohibition law was passed in parliament.
Österreich hat ein strenges Verbotsgesetz.
Austria has a strict prohibition law.
Grammar Patterns
das Verbotsgesetz (as subject/object) a prohibition law The new Verbotsgesetz is controversial.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Vorschrift (regulation), die Regelung (ruling)
Etymology
A compound of 'Verbot' (prohibition, ban) and 'Gesetz' (law). Literally a 'prohibition law'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Verbot' as being related to 'forbid'. It's a 'Gesetz' (law) that forbids something.