The phrase "are generally forbidden" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that something is typically not allowed or prohibited in a certain context.
Example: "In many cultures, certain practices are generally forbidden due to religious beliefs."
Alternatives: "are usually prohibited" or "are commonly banned."
Unlimited guarantees are generally forbidden.
Not only are reporters largely protected from disclosing their sources, they are generally forbidden to do so.
The Chinese version, which is translated as Washington Observer Weekly, has quickly broken into major, government-controlled publications, which are generally forbidden to use news from abroad.
Joanne Laurin, a spokeswoman for The National Battlefields Commission, said that while "commercial activities like shows with admission fees are generally forbidden on the battlefields park grounds" an exception was made for Madonna "because of the significant economic benefits to Quebec City and the surrounding region".
And, as a rule of thumb, they are generally forbidden to go outside their homes.
While Islam does have a history of depicting the Prophet in art, showing him is generally forbidden to prevent idolatry.
Such reselling is generally forbidden by the games companies, though there are exceptions, including "Second Life", a virtual world run by the American firm Linden Lab.
But even the new rules allow for some practices considered unacceptable in the United States, where cage farming in lakes is generally forbidden.
Even in states such as Colorado and Washington, where marijuana is legal, consumption in public places is generally forbidden, although pro-marijuana activists want to loosen restrictions.
In a stark contrast, Sigmar Gabriel, the German vice-chancellor, said he would raise the issue of dual citizenship – which is generally forbidden in Germany for non-EU citizens – during the country's national elections next year.
Sigmar Gabriel, the German vice chancellor, said he would raise the issue of dual citizenship, which is generally forbidden in Germany for non-EU citizens, in the country's national elections next year.
