Kielsivät

"Kielsivät" is a Finnish verb that translates to "forbid" or "prohibit" in English. It is used to express the action of preventing someone from doing something or making something illegal. The verb "kielsivät" is the third-person plural form of the Finnish verb "kieltää," which means "to forbid" or "to prohibit." This verb is commonly used in legal, regulatory, and social contexts to indicate restrictions or bans.

The verb "kieltää" is part of the Finnish language's rich vocabulary for expressing permissions and prohibitions. It is often used in official documents, laws, and regulations to clearly state what actions are not allowed. For example, a traffic sign might use "kieltää" to indicate that certain maneuvers are prohibited, such as turning left or entering a certain area.

In everyday conversation, "kielsivät" might be used to express disapproval or to set boundaries. For instance, a parent might say "kielsivät" to indicate that a child is not allowed to stay up late. The verb is versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts to convey the idea of restriction or prohibition.