verschleiern
Translation
to veil, to conceal, to disguise, to cover up
Examples
Die Braut verschleiert ihr Gesicht.
The bride veils her face.
Er versucht, die Wahrheit zu verschleiern.
He is trying to conceal the truth.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to conceal, to veil (sth.) He tries to conceal the truth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verbergen (to hide), verheimlichen (to keep secret); Antonyms: enthüllen (to unveil)
Etymology
From the prefix `ver-` and the noun `Schleier` (veil). Literally means 'to provide with a veil'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Schleier' (veil) being used to 'ver-' (cover up) something, like a bride's face or the truth.