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Verbos de Acción Manual - Verbos para Cubrir

Aquí aprenderás algunos verbos en inglés que se refieren a cubrir, como "envolver", "cubrir", y "envolver".

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to cover
[Verbo]

to put something over something else in a way that hides or protects it

cubrir, tapar

cubrir, tapar

Ex: The bookshelf was used to cover the hole in the wall until repairs could be made .La estantería se usó para **cubrir** el agujero en la pared hasta que se pudieran hacer las reparaciones.
to wrap
[Verbo]

to cover an object in paper, soft fabric, etc.

envolver

envolver

Ex: During the holidays , families often gather to wrap presents and share the joy of gift-giving .Durante las vacaciones, las familias a menudo se reúnen para **envolver** regalos y compartir la alegría de darlos.
to blanket
[Verbo]

to cover something completely, as if with a blanket

cubrir, envolver

cubrir, envolver

Ex: The artist decided to blanket the canvas with a layer of primer before starting the painting .El artista decidió **cubrir** el lienzo con una capa de imprimación antes de comenzar la pintura.
to shroud
[Verbo]

to cover something in a protective or concealing manner

envolver, ocultar

envolver, ocultar

Ex: The funeral director had to shroud the casket with a ceremonial cloth during the service .El director funerario tuvo que **cubrir** el ataúd con una tela ceremonial durante el servicio.
to bandage
[Verbo]

to cover a wound or part of the body with a piece of cloth for protection

vendar

vendar

Ex: The athlete quickly bandaged his hand to continue participating in the game .El atleta rápidamente **vendó** su mano para seguir participando en el juego.
to swathe
[Verbo]

to wrap or cover something with a long piece of cloth or material

envolver

envolver

Ex: The newborn was swathed in a soft blanket , snug and warm .El recién nacido estaba **envuelto** en una manta suave, cómoda y caliente.
to sheathe
[Verbo]

to insert a blade, such as a sword or knife, into its protective covering or holder

envainar, enfundar

envainar, enfundar

Ex: The samurai sheathed his katana with a swift and practiced motion .El samurái **envainó** su katana con un movimiento rápido y practicado.
to encase
[Verbo]

to surround or cover something completely with a protective structure

envolver, encapsular

envolver, encapsular

Ex: To protect the fragile sculpture , the artist encased it in a custom-made wooden crate .Para proteger la escultura frágil, el artista la **encerró** en una caja de madera hecha a medida.
to envelop
[Verbo]

to completely surround or cover something

envolver

envolver

Ex: The dense foliage enveloped the hiking trail , casting shadows and providing shade from the sun .El follaje denso **envolvía** el sendero de senderismo, proyectando sombras y proporcionando sombra del sol.
to coat
[Verbo]

to put a substance over the surface of something, often as a covering

cubrir, revestir

cubrir, revestir

Ex: To achieve a glossy finish , the artist decided to coat the artwork with a clear sealant .Para lograr un acabado brillante, el artista decidió **cubrir** la obra de arte con un sellador transparente.
to overlay
[Verbo]

to cover one thing over another

superponer, cubrir

superponer, cubrir

Ex: The designer overlaid the fabric with a delicate lace trim to add a touch of elegance to the dress .El diseñador **superpuso** la tela con un delicado ribete de encaje para añadir un toque de elegancia al vestido.
to inlay
[Verbo]

to put decorative pieces of wood or metal into the surface of an object in a way that they level with the surface

taracear

taracear

Ex: The interior designer recommended inlaying metal accents into the kitchen backsplash for a modern look .El diseñador de interiores recomendó **incrustar** detalles metálicos en el panel de la cocina para un aspecto moderno.

to apply a new coating or material to reconstruct the surface of something, especially a road or pavement

reconstruir, rehacer

reconstruir, rehacer

Ex: The highway maintenance team regularly resurfaces roads to ensure safety and efficiency .El equipo de mantenimiento de carreteras **repavimenta regularmente** las carreteras para garantizar la seguridad y la eficiencia.
to encrust
[Verbo]

to cover something with a hard outer layer, forming a crust

incrustar, cubrir con una costra

incrustar, cubrir con una costra

Ex: The pastry chef encrusted the cake with edible pearls and gold leaf , creating a stunning masterpiece .El pastelero **incrustó** el pastel con perlas comestibles y láminas de oro, creando una obra maestra impresionante.

to cover something with a thin, protective layer that is not made of fabric

laminar, plastificar

laminar, plastificar

Ex: The teacher decided to laminate the educational posters to ensure they would withstand wear and tear .El profesor decidió **laminar** los carteles educativos para asegurarse de que resistirían el desgaste.
to slate
[Verbo]

to cover something with a type of fine-grained rock

pizarrear, cubrir con pizarra

pizarrear, cubrir con pizarra

Ex: The classroom was renovated , and they chose to slate the blackboard with a new layer of slate material .El aula fue renovada, y decidieron **pizarrear** la pizarra con una nueva capa de material de pizarra.
to glaze
[Verbo]

to cover something with a sweet and often shiny coating

glasear, bañar

glasear, bañar

Ex: To create a shiny finish , the cake was glazed with a layer of sugary syrup after baking .Para crear un acabado brillante, el pastel fue **glaseado** con una capa de jarabe azucarado después de hornear.
to smear
[Verbo]

to spread a substance over a surface in a messy or uneven manner

untar, embadurnar

untar, embadurnar

Ex: The chef smeared sauce on the plate to add a decorative touch to the dish .El chef **untó** salsa en el plato para agregar un toque decorativo al plato.
to daub
[Verbo]

to coat a surface with plaster or a thick substance

embadurnar, enlucir

embadurnar, enlucir

Ex: To achieve a distressed appearance , the artist chose to daub the furniture with layers of uneven paint .Para lograr una apariencia desgastada, el artista optó por **embadurnar** los muebles con capas de pintura desigual.
to candy
[Verbo]

to cover something, often with a sweet and sugary substance, typically in the form of candy or syrup

confitar, cubrir con azúcar

confitar, cubrir con azúcar

Ex: For a special occasion , the pastry chef chose to candy the cake by adding a sweet icing .Para una ocasión especial, el pastelero eligió **confitar** el pastel añadiendo un glaseado dulce.
to paste
[Verbo]

to cover the surface of something with a thick substance

untar, aplicar

untar, aplicar

Ex: For the mural installation , the artist instructed the assistants to paste the wall with wallpaper adhesive .Para la instalación del mural, el artista instruyó a los asistentes a **pegar** la pared con adhesivo para papel tapiz.
to varnish
[Verbo]

to cover the surface of an object with a clear liquid that leaves a shine

barnizar

barnizar

Ex: The DIY enthusiast varnished the bookshelf with a matte finish for a subtle and elegant look .El entusiasta del bricolaje **barnizó** la estantería con un acabado mate para un aspecto sutil y elegante.

to protect or shield from cold, heat, sound, or electricity by surrounding with a material that prevents the transfer of energy

aislar, proteger

aislar, proteger

Ex: To conserve energy , the eco-conscious homeowner opted to insulate the water heater .Para conservar energía, el propietario ecológico optó por **aislar** el calentador de agua.
to hood
[Verbo]

to cover someone or something by placing a hood over them

cubrir con una capucha, envolver con una capucha

cubrir con una capucha, envolver con una capucha

Ex: The magician hooded the dove before making it disappear into thin air .El mago **encapuchó** a la paloma antes de hacerla desaparecer en el aire.
to cap
[Verbo]

to place a lid or cover on something

tapar, cerrar

tapar, cerrar

Ex: During the experiment , the researcher capped the test tube to control the reaction .Durante el experimento, el investigador **tapó** el tubo de ensayo para controlar la reacción.
to veneer
[Verbo]

to cover the surface of an object with a thin layer of decorative material for a more appealing appearance

enchapar, revestir con una capa fina decorativa

enchapar, revestir con una capa fina decorativa

Ex: To create a durable and stylish flooring , the contractor decided to veneer the surface with high-quality laminate .Para crear un suelo duradero y elegante, el contratista decidió **enchapar** la superficie con laminado de alta calidad.
to plaster
[Verbo]

to cover something noticeably or heavily by sticking or applying a substance onto it

enyesar, cubrir

enyesar, cubrir

Ex: To promote the new movie , they plastered the bus stops with large posters featuring the film 's stars .Para promocionar la nueva película, **empapelaron** las paradas de autobús con grandes carteles que presentaban a las estrellas del filme.
to pad
[Verbo]

to add padding or cushioning to enhance comfort, protect, or modify the shape of something

acolchar, almohadillar

acolchar, almohadillar

Ex: To create a cozy atmosphere , the decorator suggested padding the headboard of the bed with fabric .Para crear un ambiente acogedor, el decorador sugirió **acolchar** el cabecero de la cama con tela.
to wax
[Verbo]

to apply a smooth and protective layer onto something, enhancing its appearance or providing a glossy finish

encerar

encerar

Ex: To preserve the antique furniture , the curator advised waxing it periodically to prevent deterioration .Para preservar los muebles antiguos, el curador aconsejó **encerarlos** periódicamente para evitar su deterioro.
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