What it means
てはいけません expresses that an action is prohibited or not allowed. It is formed by attaching はいけません to the て-form of a verb and is commonly used for rules, instructions, and polite warnings. The familiar counterpart is てはいけない.
Usage note
This form usually states a prohibition rather than personal advice. For softer personal advice, other expressions such as ないほうがいい may be more appropriate.
How to use it
この部屋で写真を撮ってはいけません。
You must not take pictures in this room.
この部屋で写真を撮ってはいけない。
You must not take pictures in this room.
