Spanish word

envolver

Pronunciation

IPA/embolˈβeɾ/

Meaning

  • verbwrap

Example

Voy a envolver el regalo.

I am going to wrap the present.

Illustration for envolver (wrap)

More examples

Ella sabe envolver los bocadillos rápidamente.

She knows how to wrap sandwiches quickly.

Core concept

A person snugly wrapped by a soft blanket.

Common phrases

  • envolver en papel de regalo

    wrap in wrapping paper

  • envolver en plástico

    wrap in plastic

  • envolver con papel de aluminio

    wrap in aluminum foil

Similar words

cubrir: Spreads a layer of material over something to cover or shield its surface.
empaquetar: Bundles one or more items together in a package or carton for storage or delivery.
forrar: Applies cloth or paper to an item's inner or outer surface as a protective or decorative lining.
rodear: Goes around the perimeter of something, encircling it from all directions.

Definition in Spanish

Cubrir o rodear a una persona o situación con una sensación, imagen o misterio, además de su uso físico con objetos.

Word origin

From Latin involvere (in- 'in' + volvere 'to roll'), originally 'to roll or wrap', the physical meaning extends metaphorically to describe being surrounded by a feeling or image.

Usage tips

  • The reflexive form envolverse en + noun commonly indicates becoming absorbed or getting caught up in something, so context shows whether the subject acts or is affected.

Other meanings

  • packverb
  • encloseverb

Opposites

Related words

  • envueltowrappedadjective
  • envolventeenvelopingadjective

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