Irregular Past Participle

'Cubre' has two main uses: it describes what 'he, she, or it' does now (Present Tense), and it is the informal command 'You, cover!'

Dual Role of 'Cubre'

Think of *cubrir* being related to 'cube' or 'cubicle'—it’s about surrounding or enclosing something.

Remembering the Verb

Extremely common. Used daily to talk about putting things on top of others.

When talking about money, 'cubrir' means to provide the funds needed, similar to 'to foot the bill' or 'to pay for'.

Covering Expenses

If the subject is a person or a media outlet, 'cubre' usually means 'reports on.' If the subject is insurance or a budget, it means 'pays for.'

Context is Key

Common in financial, journalistic, and professional contexts.

Learn all meanings of 'cubre' (he/she/it covers; cover!) derived from the verb 'cubrir', including physical covering, paying expenses, and reporting news. Includes full conjugation.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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