Enveloppa (en. Wrapped)

[ɑ̃.vɛ.lɔ.pa]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To cover something completely.
He wrapped the gift in colored paper.
Il enveloppa le cadeau dans du papier coloré.
To surround to protect or hide.
The fog enveloped the valley in the morning.
La brume enveloppa la vallée au matin.
To take on a protective form.
The bees envelop their queen to protect her.
Les abeilles enveloppent leur reine pour la protéger.

Etymology

Comes from the verb 'to envelop', from the Latin 'involupare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to envelop in mystery
To make something mysterious or secret.
envelopper dans le mystère
to envelop a message
To hide or conceal a message.
envelopper un message
to envelop with sweetness
To bring tenderness or sweetness to a situation.
envelopper de douceur

Related Words

envelope
Object used to contain letters or documents.
enveloppe
to envelop
Action of covering something.
envelopper
enveloping
That surrounds or covers.
enveloppant

Slang Meanings

Exterior, appearance.
He has a beautiful exterior, but the content is disappointing.
Il a une belle enveloppe, mais le contenu est décevant.
To hide one's true intentions.
He always wraps his plans under a layer of charm.
Il enveloppe toujours ses plans sous une couche de charme.