Überdecken Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Überdecken" is used as verb with the meaning of "cover", "conceal" or "hide".

Essential properties of "überdecken"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: überdecken
  • Simple past: überdeckte
  • Participle: überdeckt

See full conjugation of überdecken

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "überdecken" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To completely cover something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Schnee überdeckt die ganze Landschaft.The snow covers the entire landscape.
  2. Die Wolken überdecken die Sonne.The clouds cover the sun.
  3. Der Teppich überdeckt den Fleck auf dem Boden.The carpet covers the stain on the floor.

2.) "To superimpose, create an additional layer"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Tapete überdeckt die alte Farbe.The wallpaper overlays the old paint.
  2. Der Lack überdeckt das Holz.The varnish covers the wood.
  3. Die neue Schicht überdeckt die alte.The new layer covers the old one.
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