What This Tag Usually Means
prohibited usually points to a situation, so this page can mix faces, symbols, and objects under one practical use case.
Emoji tag
prohibited
Choose by use case: what the emoji should do in the sentence. The "prohibited" tag usually covers a scenario, so several emoji types can appear under one keyword.
13 emoji currently linked to this tag
Best matches for this tag
These are the most direct options for this tag.
🈲
Japanese “prohibited” button
japanese-prohibited-button
A Japanese prohibited sign, visually similar in spirit to other restriction marks but with a stronger localized signage feel.
🙈
see-no-evil monkey
see-no-evil-monkey
The 🙈 emoji shows the see-no-evil monkey covering its eyes. It is often used for embarrassment, not wanting to look, or reacting to something awkward in a playful way.
🙉
hear-no-evil monkey
hear-no-evil-monkey
The 🙉 emoji shows the hear-no-evil monkey covering its ears. It usually means 'I do not want to hear this,' especially when something is annoying, awkward, or too much to deal with.
🙊
speak-no-evil monkey
speak-no-evil-monkey
The 🙊 emoji shows the speak-no-evil monkey covering its mouth. It is used for silence, secrecy, or holding back a reaction, often in a playful or slightly guilty tone.
🔕
bell with slash
bell-with-slash
A bell with a slash, clearly meaning notifications off, silence requested, or alerts deliberately disabled.
⛔️
no entry
no-entry
A no-entry sign, more about blocked access than general disapproval. It works for restricted zones, closed routes, and areas you are not allowed to enter.
How to start from this word
Where People Get Confused
If prohibited feels too broad, nearby tags like forbidden, not, evil, gesture usually split the intent into clearer options.
How To Choose Faster
Choose by message role: what this emoji needs to do in the sentence.
Related categories
symbols
Symbols emoji group arrows, hearts, math signs, warning marks, shapes, and interface-style glyphs that people use for quick visual meaning more than literal objects.
smileys & emotion
Smileys and emotion emoji are the main tone-setting layer of the library, covering happiness, affection, sarcasm, concern, fatigue, tension, and the emotional color of a message.
objects
Objects emoji help describe tools, devices, media, household items, money, and everyday things when the message is about tasks, gear, setup, or physical items.
Try a nearby word if this feels too broad
FAQ
What does the prohibited emoji tag help me find?
It groups emoji people commonly use under the same word, even when those emoji come from different categories.
When should I use the prohibited page instead of a category page?
This page is best if you think in a keyword first and want fast options around that word.
Are all emoji on the prohibited page identical in meaning?
No. They overlap around the same topic, but they can differ a lot in tone and context.
What should I do after opening the prohibited tag page?
Pick two or three close options, compare how they read in your message, and keep the one that sounds most natural.
Why do several different emoji appear under one keyword?
Because one keyword usually covers multiple real use cases. Tone and context matter as much as the keyword itself.