This is the 5794th most frequent Russian word.
прятаться
To hide.
The verb 'прятаться' here means to physically hide oneself as part of a game or activity.
Дети любят прятаться во время игры в прятки.
Children like to hide during the game of hide-and-seek.
In this sentence, 'прячется' conveys the action of seeking safety or comfort in hiding due to fear or anxiety.
Кот прячется под кроватью, когда слышит гром.
The cat hides under the bed when it hears thunder.
Here, 'прячусь' is used metaphorically, referring to finding solitude or escaping from a busy environment.