What are Prohibition Signs?
Prohibition signs use a red circle with a white background crossed by a red diagonal slash to indicate actions that are forbidden on the road. These signs communicate what drivers MUST NOT do, from no entry to no parking.
Prohibition signs display a red circle with a white background and red diagonal slash, indicating forbidden actions such as no entry, no passing, or no parking.
- •No Entry (Giriş Yasak)
- •No Left Turn (Sola Dönüş Yasak)
- •No Parking (Park Yasak)
- •Red circle outline
- •White background
- •Red diagonal slash
- •Black pictogram inside
Step-by-step worked examples
You see a red circle with a slash over a 'P'. What does it mean?
The red circle with slash is a prohibition sign. The 'P' stands for parking. No Parking (Park Yasak) — you cannot park here.
A car approaches an intersection with a red circle containing an arrow pointing left with a slash. What must the driver do?
Red circle with slash = prohibition sign. Arrow pointing left = left turn. No Left Turn — driver must continue straight or turn right only.
At a road entrance, there is a red circle with a slash and no pictogram inside. What does this sign mean?
Red circle with slash = prohibition sign. No pictogram = no entry (entry forbidden). No Entry (Giriş Yasak) — nobody is allowed to enter this road.
Flashcards
Quick quiz
Q1.What colour is a prohibition sign?
Q2.A red circle with a 'P' and slash means…
Q3.What is the purpose of a prohibition sign?
Q4.A red circle with a left-pointing arrow and slash — can you turn left?
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Common mistakes
Confusing prohibition signs with warning signs. — Correct: Prohibition signs are red circles with a slash; warning signs are yellow triangles.
Thinking a prohibition sign is just a suggestion. — Correct: Prohibition signs are mandatory; violating them results in fines and licence points.
Not knowing that a red circle alone (without slash) may not be a prohibition sign. — Correct: A red circle with a diagonal slash always indicates prohibition.
Ignoring prohibition signs because the road looks empty. — Correct: The sign applies regardless of traffic; obey it to avoid fines and accidents.
FAQ
What are prohibition signs?
Prohibition signs use a red circle with a slash to forbid certain actions. Examples: No Entry, No Parking, No Passing.
How do prohibition signs look?
Red circle outline on white background, crossed by a red diagonal slash, with a black pictogram showing the forbidden action.
What happens if you violate a prohibition sign?
You face fines (typically 100–500 TL), licence points, or other penalties depending on the violation.
Can prohibition signs be temporary?
Yes, some prohibition signs are temporary (for roadworks, events) and are removed when no longer needed.