How to Say "hidden away" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “hidden away” is “enterrado” — B2 level.
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AdjectiveB2
kept secret or forgotten
Examples
Estuve todo el fin de semana enterrado en la biblioteca estudiando para el examen.
I was buried in the library studying for the exam all weekend.
Esa vieja discusión debe quedar enterrada; ya no es relevante.
That old argument must stay forgotten; it's no longer relevant.
Using 'Estar' for State
When 'enterrado' means 'deeply absorbed' or 'stuck,' it is almost always used with the verb 'estar' (to be) to describe a temporary state or condition: 'Ella está enterrada en su novela.'
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