No. 1,487 in French
couvert
"Couvert" means "covered" or can refer to "cutlery" or "place setting" in dining.
In a sentence
Le ciel est couvert aujourd'hui.
The sky is overcast today.
Here, 'couvert' is used as an adjective meaning that the sky is cloudy or overcast.
Le couvert est mis sur la table.
The table is set with cutlery and dishes.
In this sentence, 'couvert' refers to table settings, specifically cutlery and dishes used during a meal.
Il s'est couvert d'une couverture pour rester chaud.
He covered himself with a blanket to stay warm.
Here, the use of 's'est couvert' indicates the action of covering oneself, showcasing the verb form.
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