English–French

“cover” in French

French

Alsofourreau · recouvrir

Pronunciation

IPA/kuvʁiʁ/

Example

La neige couvre le sol.

The snow covers the ground.

Illustration for couvrir (cover)

How to say “cover” in French

“Cover” in French is couvrir.

A layer spread over something hides or protects it, while a person or service can similarly cover a cost or event.

Full entry for couvrir: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with couvrir

L'assurance couvre les frais de réparation.

The insurance covers the repair costs.

Tips for using couvrir

  • In couvrir les frais, couvrir means to pay or meet the costs, while couvrir un événement means to report it rather than merely hide it.

Other French words for “cover”

Range le parapluie dans son fourreau.

Put the umbrella away in its cover.

Le canapé est recouvert d'un plaid.

The sofa is covered with a throw.

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