A2 — Elementaryverb
coprire
to cover
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
ricoprirerivestirenascondereproteggere
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
scoprirerivelareesporrelasciare scoperto
Usage note
'Ricoprire' = to cover entirely or to hold a role ('ricoprire una carica'). 'Rivestire' = to line/coat. 'Coprire le spese' = to cover expenses. 'Coprirsi' (reflexive) = to cover up/dress warmly.
Example
"Copriti bene — fuori fa molto freddo."
"Cover yourself up well — it's very cold outside."
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