Dictionary
English - Japanese
Cover
ˈkəvər
Very common
~ 1600
~ 1600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
覆う (おおう), カバー (かばー), 隠す (かくす), 補う (おぎなう), 担当する (たんとうする)
Cover meanings in Japanese
覆う (おおう)
Example:
Please cover the cake with a lid.
ケーキに蓋をしてください。
The clouds covered the sky.
雲が空を覆った。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used in both everyday conversation and formal writing when referring to physically covering something.
Note: This verb can be used in various contexts, including literal and figurative usages.
カバー (かばー)
Example:
I need to buy a cover for my phone.
携帯電話のカバーを買う必要があります。
She decided to get a book cover.
彼女は本のカバーを買うことに決めた。
Usage: InformalContext: Commonly used when referring to protective covers for objects, such as books, phones, etc.
Note: This term is borrowed from English and is widely understood in casual contexts.
隠す (かくす)
Example:
He tried to cover his mistakes.
彼は自分のミスを隠そうとした。
She covered her face with her hands.
彼女は手で顔を隠した。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used in contexts where someone is hiding something or someone.
Note: This verb emphasizes concealment rather than physical covering.
補う (おぎなう)
Example:
The insurance will cover the damages.
保険が損害を補う。
The donation will cover the costs of the project.
寄付がプロジェクトの費用を補う。
Usage: FormalContext: Commonly used in business, finance, or formal discussions regarding compensation.
Note: This meaning focuses on filling gaps or compensating for losses.
担当する (たんとうする)
Example:
Who will cover for me during my absence?
私の不在の間、誰が担当しますか？
I will cover the meeting while you are away.
あなたがいない間、会議を担当します。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used in workplace contexts to refer to taking responsibility for someone else's duties.
Note: This usage is common in professional settings.
Cover's synonyms
conceal
To hide or keep something secret.
Example: She tried to conceal her excitement about the surprise party.
Note: While 'cover' can imply a physical covering, 'conceal' specifically refers to hiding or keeping something secret.
shield
To protect or defend from harm or danger.
Example: The umbrella shielded her from the rain.
Note: While 'cover' can refer to simply placing something over an object, 'shield' implies protection or defense.
protect
To keep safe from harm, damage, or danger.
Example: The sunscreen protected her skin from the sun's harmful rays.
Note: Similar to 'shield,' 'protect' emphasizes keeping something safe from harm rather than just covering it.
blanket
To cover completely with a thick layer of something.
Example: He used a blanket to cover himself on the cold night.
Note: While 'cover' is a general term, 'blanket' specifically refers to covering completely with a thick layer.
Cover expressions, common phrases
Cover up
To hide or conceal something, often a mistake or wrongdoing, by providing a false explanation or creating a false appearance.
Example: She tried to cover up her mistake by blaming it on someone else.
Note: The original word 'cover' simply means to place something over or upon an object, while 'cover up' implies concealing or hiding something.
Cover for
To take someone's place or responsibility temporarily, typically by providing assistance or support.
Example: I'll cover for you at work if you need to leave early.
Note: While 'cover' alone refers to placing something over an object, 'cover for' involves providing support or assistance for someone.
Cover the basics
To address or include all fundamental or essential aspects of a topic or subject.
Example: Before we move on to advanced topics, let's make sure we cover the basics.
Note: In this idiom, 'cover' means to include or address, specifically focusing on fundamental elements.
Cover a lot of ground
To discuss or deal with a wide range of topics or issues in a comprehensive manner.
Example: In our meeting, we covered a lot of ground in terms of project planning.
Note: While 'cover' can mean to place something over an object, 'cover a lot of ground' refers to addressing a broad scope of topics or issues.
Cover one's tracks
To conceal or remove any evidence or traces of one's actions or whereabouts.
Example: The thief tried to cover her tracks by erasing any evidence of her presence at the crime scene.
Note: Unlike the simple act of 'covering' something, 'cover one's tracks' involves hiding or erasing evidence to avoid detection.
Cover the cost
To pay for or bear the expense of something, typically on behalf of someone else.
Example: The company will cover the cost of your training program.
Note: While 'cover' can mean to physically place something over an object, 'cover the cost' refers to bearing the financial burden of something.
Cover story
An article or narrative featured as the main or prominent piece in a publication, such as a magazine or newspaper.
Example: The magazine published a cover story about the latest technological advancements.
Note: In this context, 'cover' refers to a featured article, diverging from its original meaning of physically placing something over an object.
Cover - Examples
The book cover is beautifully designed.
The pot has a lid cover.
The car's seat cover is torn.
Cover grammar
Cover - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: cover
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): covers, cover
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): cover
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): covered
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): covering
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): covers
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): cover
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): cover
Syllables, Separation and Stress
cover Contains 2 syllables: cov • er
Phonetic transcription: ˈkə-vər
cov er , ˈkə vər (The red syllable is stressed)
Cover - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
cover: ~ 1600 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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