Cachent (en. Hide)

/kaʃɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To mask something so that it is not seen.
They hide their true intentions.
Ils cachent leurs véritables intentions.
To hide a feeling or an emotion.
She hides her sadness behind a smile.
Elle cache sa tristesse derrière un sourire.
To put something out of sight.
They hide the gifts before Christmas.
Ils cachent les cadeaux avant Noël.

Etymology

From the French verb 'cacher', derived from the Latin 'calcare', meaning 'to crush' or 'to press'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to hide the dust under the rug
To mask a problem instead of solving it.
cacher la poussière sous le tapis
to hide one's emotions
Not to show what one feels.
cacher ses émotions
to hide something under the coat
To conceal something secretly.
cacher quelque chose sous le manteau

Related Words

hidden
That which is not visible, concealed.
caché
dungeon
An infamous or dark cell.
cachot
secrecy
A little secret, often amusing.
cachotterie

Slang Meanings

To pull a fast one.
They hide information from the team.
Ils cachent des informations à l'équipe.
To conceal something playfully.
He plays at hiding candy from the children.
Il joue à cacher des bonbons aux enfants.