literally means its fine more formal to often

literally means “it’s fine § more formal to…” § often used by superiors § to ask permission § when asking permission in formal situations §

VerbてForm　＋　は　いけません You may not　～ You are not allowed to　～ Ex. 　はなしてはいけません。 You may not talk.

~てはだめ　 § vs. 　~てはいけません literally means “it’s bad (to/if)…” § Stronger § often used by superiors