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掩盖 (yǎngài) is used when referring to covering something up, often in a more physical sense, while 掩饰 (yǎnshì) focuses on concealing emotions or truths.
Learners often confuse 掩饰 with similar words like 隐藏 (yǐncáng), which means to hide something more deeply. 掩饰 is typically used in a more superficial context, as in covering up flaws rather than hiding them away completely. Be cautious with tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 掩饰 connects to other advanced vocabulary that discusses emotions or truths, like 真相 (zhēnxiàng, truth) and 情感 (qínggǎn, emotion). Focus on understanding how this term interacts with discussions about honesty and authenticity in various contexts.
Learners sometimes mix up 掩饰 with 表现 (biǎoxiàn, to show or perform), using it incorrectly in sentences like '他掩饰得很好' ('He performs well'). The correct usage would focus on covering up something, such as '他掩饰了他的情绪' ('He concealed his emotions').
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How to say to cover up in Chinese
“to cover up” in Chinese is掩饰
掩饰 (yǎnshì) refers to the act of covering up, concealing, or masking something, often relating to emotions, mistakes, or unpleasant truths. This term is commonly used in contexts where individuals try to hide their true feelings or the reality of a situation, such as in personal relationships or professional environments.
When to use 掩饰
Learners often confuse 掩饰 with similar words like 隐藏 (yǐncáng), which means to hide something more deeply. 掩饰 is typically used in a more superficial context, as in covering up flaws rather than hiding them away completely. Be cautious with tone; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
掩饰 or something close to it
掩盖 (yǎngài) is used when referring to covering something up, often in a more physical sense, while 掩饰 (yǎnshì) focuses on concealing emotions or truths.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes mix up 掩饰 with 表现 (biǎoxiàn, to show or perform), using it incorrectly in sentences like '他掩饰得很好' ('He performs well'). The correct usage would focus on covering up something, such as '他掩饰了他的情绪' ('He concealed his emotions').
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Grammar Patterns of 掩饰
掩饰 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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她猜想他正在尽力____笑容。
She fancied he was trying to hide a smile.
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掩饰 refers to covering up or glossing over something, often in a social context, while 隐藏 implies a deeper concealment or hiding away.
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