prohibeixen

Prohibeixen is the third-person plural present indicative form of the Catalan verb prohibir, meaning "they prohibit." It is used to describe prohibitions carried out or enforced by multiple agents, such as laws, institutions, or groups. The form is common in formal and journalistic Catalan, as well as in everyday speech, when stating that several actors have forbidden an action.

Etymology and grammar: Prohibir derives from Latin prohibēre, with cognates in other Romance languages such as Spanish prohiben and French interdire. In Catalan, prohibir is a regular -ir verb, and the third-person plural present tense ends with -eixen, giving prohibeixen. This pattern reflects a characteristic feature of many Catalan verbs in the 3pl present tense.

Usage and examples: Prohibeixen is typically used with a clause that specifies what is being prohibited or with a preceding subject that names the prohibiting authority. Example: Les lleis prohibeixen fumar en espais tancats. Translation: The laws prohibit smoking in enclosed spaces. Other examples include: Els municipis prohíben l’entrada als llocs restringits, meaning the municipalities prohibit entry to restricted areas. The form is appropriate in official texts, media reports, and everyday discourse when referencing collective prohibitions.

Regional and linguistic context: Prohibeixen is standard across Catalan-speaking regions, including Catalunya, les Illes Balears, and el País Valencià, and is commonly taught in Catalan grammar as the normal 3pl present form of prohibir. Related forms include prohibeix (he/she prohibits) and prohibim (we prohibit).