BoardGameArchiveTaboo Forbidden Word, Squeaker & Penalty Rules Explained
Taboo depends on the clue-giver staying inside a strict verbal boundary.
Taboo depends on the clue-giver staying inside a strict verbal boundary.
Taboo depends on the clue-giver staying inside a strict verbal boundary.
Forbidden words
The target card lists words that the clue-giver may not say while trying to communicate the Guess word.
Who watches for violations?
The opposing team monitors the clue-giver and uses the squeaker when a forbidden word is spoken.
What happens after a violation?
Hasbro’s E2616 product rules state that using a forbidden word means losing the point for that card.
Can teammates keep guessing?
Move on to the next card according to the turn procedure rather than continuing to score the violated clue.
Game-changer die
The included die adds optional turn variations after players know the classic rules. One example is One Guesser, where only one teammate may guess during that turn.