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    Cubriéndose (en. Covering up)

    /kuˈbɾjendose/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    The action of putting something on top of oneself for protection.
    He is covering himself from the cold with a blanket.
    Se está cubriendo del frío con una manta.
    The action of concealing or hiding oneself.
    The boy is hiding behind the door.
    El niño se está cubriendo detrás de la puerta.
    The action of dressing in clothing that covers the skin.
    She is covering herself with a coat to go out.
    Ella se está cubriendo con un abrigo para salir.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'cubrir', which comes from the Latin 'coperire'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    covering oneself in glory
    Achieving great success or recognition.
    cubriéndose de gloria
    covering one's back
    Protecting oneself from possible problems or criticism.
    cubrirse las espaldas
    to cover a need
    Attending to or satisfying a deficiency.
    cubrir una necesidad

    Related Words

    cover
    To put something on top of another thing.
    cubrir
    cover (feminine)
    A thing used to cover.
    cubierta
    blanket
    An object used to cover, generally on the bed.
    cobertor

    Slang Meanings

    Covering oneself to avoid being seen in an awkward situation.
    He covered himself when he heard they were talking about him.
    Se cubrió cuando escuchó que hablaban de él.
    Protecting oneself from criticism or negative comments.
    He is covering himself by not giving his opinion in the meeting.
    Se está cubriendo al no dar su opinión en la reunión.