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Korean

불법
Meaning: illegal, unlawful
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

이 구역에 주차하는 것은 불법입니다.
Parking in this area is illegal.
불법 복제를 막기 위해 출판사는 전자책에 보안 장치를 넣었다.
To prevent illegal copying, the publisher added security features to the e-book.
불법 무기 소지는 처벌 대상이다.
Possession of illegal weapons is subject to punishment.
경찰은 불법 도박 사범을 잡기 위해 수사를 강화했다.
The police strengthened the investigation to arrest people involved in illegal gambling.
정부는 불법 행위에 대해 엄중 조치를 취하기로 했다.
The government decided to take strict measures against illegal acts.

Usage Notes

Refers to actions or situations that are against the law. It is a compound of '不' (not) and '法' (law).

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