no-go area

• Zona de acceso prohibido o peligroso, a menudo por conflicto político, criminalidad o normas estrictas; también se aplica a un tema demasiado delicado para tratarse.

A place that is dangerous or forbidden to enter, often due to political conflict, crime, or strict rules; can also refer to a topic that is too sensitive to discuss.

1. Dangerous or restricted zoneB2informalbritish

   A place that is considered too dangerous or restricted to enter, often due to crime, conflict, or official prohibition.

   zona prohibida o peligrosa

   • The police declared the neighborhood a no-go area after the riots.
   • Tourists were warned that the border region is a no-go area.
   • The old factory has become a no-go area because of structural damage.

2. Forbidden topic or subjectC1informal

   A subject or issue that is considered too sensitive or controversial to discuss.

   tema prohibido

   • Politics is a no-go area at family dinners.
   • In some workplaces, salary discussions are a no-go area.
   • Religion became a no-go area in their conversations.