How do you play The Forbidden Word game?

One player describes the target word shown at the top of the card while avoiding all the forbidden words listed below. Other players try to guess the word. Click Correct when guessed, or Skip to move to the next word. You have 60 seconds to get as many words as possible!

What are the difficulty levels?

Easy mode has 3 forbidden words with common vocabulary, Medium mode has 4 forbidden words with intermediate vocabulary, and Hard mode has 5 forbidden words with advanced vocabulary and concepts.

Is this game good for ESL learners?

Yes! This game is excellent for ESL learners as it builds paraphrasing skills, expands vocabulary through synonyms, and improves spontaneous speaking abilities. It's also great for classroom activities.

🚫 The Forbidden Word 💬

Describe the target word without using any forbidden terms!

How to Play

You'll see a TARGET WORD at the top of the card
Below it are FORBIDDEN WORDS you cannot say
Describe the target word to your partner without using any forbidden words
You have 60 seconds to get as many words correct as possible
Click ✓ when your partner guesses correctly, or → to skip

Choose Difficulty Level

Correct

Skipped

Cards Left

EASY

COMPUTER

🎉 Amazing Job!

Great Performance!

⭐⭐⭐

Words Guessed

Words Skipped

Accuracy

Best Streak

⭐

Rating

🚫 The Forbidden Word 💬

How to Play

Choose Difficulty Level

😊 Easy

🤔 Medium

🔥 Hard

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