to limit vs to prohibit in Korean

한정하다vs금지하다

to limit

한정하다to limit

한정하다 means to limit something to a certain number, time, place, or group. You use it when not everyone or everything is included. For example, something can be limited to members, one hour, or today only.

When to use to limit
to prohibit

금지하다to prohibit

금지하다 means to say that something is not allowed or must not be done. You use it for rules, signs, or when a person stops an action. For example, it is common with things like smoking, taking photos, or using a phone.

When to use to prohibit

How they differ

to limit (한정하다) and to prohibit (금지하다) are nearby Korean vocabulary items learners often meet together. Use “to limit” when 한정하다 means to limit something to a certain number, time, place, or group. You use it when not everyone or everything is included. For exa… Use “to prohibit” when 금지하다 means to say that something is not allowed or must not be done. You use it for rules, signs, or when a person stops an action. For e…