覆う
VERB
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cover
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hide
literalcommon
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envelop
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conceal
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veil
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obscure
literalformal
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wrap
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(The nuances of '覆う' can vary greatly depending on context, as it can imply not just covering or hiding but also protection and encompassing.)
To cover something, often completely, thereby concealing, enveloping, or hiding it. This can apply to physical objects, surfaces, or even abstract concepts like feelings or situations. The verb frequently implies an action of spreading over, protecting, or obscuring, with nuances varying widely depending on the context, from simply putting a lid on something to a thick fog covering a landscape, or an emotion overwhelming someone.
irregular note only if irregular
| masu | nai | te |
|---|---|---|
| 覆います | 覆わない | 覆って |
- テーブルを白い布で覆った。 — I covered the table with a white cloth.
- 分厚い雲が空を覆っている。 — Thick clouds are covering the sky.
- 不安な気持ちが彼女の心を覆っていた。 — Anxious feelings enveloped her heart.