This is the 16732nd most frequent Russian word.
скрывать
To conceal or hide.
Here, 'скрывать' means 'to conceal' or 'to keep something from being observed'. It demonstrates the regular usage of the word to describe the act of keeping emotions or thoughts private.
Он решил скрывать свои чувства.
He decided to hide his feelings.
In this sentence, 'скрывать' emphasizes the inability to mask emotions or attitudes, reflecting its application in human behavior.
Она не умела скрывать своё недовольство.
She couldn’t hide her dissatisfaction.
This usage of 'скрывать' (passive voice 'скрывалась') conveys the notion that something deeper or more profound is not immediately apparent, applying to abstract concepts like meanings or intentions.