No. 2,272 in Chinese
覆
"覆" means "to cover, overturn, or repeat."
In a sentence
这本书的封面被覆上一层塑料保护膜。
The cover of this book has been coated with a layer of protective plastic film.
覆 is used to describe the action of covering or coating an object.
大雪覆盖了整个村庄，使一切变得银装素裹。
The heavy snow covered the entire village, turning everything into a silver-white splendor.
覆 is used metaphorically to depict the act of snow covering the scenery.
古老的建筑已经被时间彻底覆灭，只剩下残存的遗迹。
The ancient buildings have been completely destroyed by time, leaving only remnants.
覆 is used in the context of destruction or the act of being overturned.
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