How to Say "veiled" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “veiled” is “velada” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
adjectiveB2neutral/formal
covered by a veil
Examples
La novia llevaba la cara velada por una fina tela.
The bride had her face veiled by a thin fabric.
Hizo una referencia velada a los problemas de la empresa.
She made a veiled reference to the company's problems.
Agreement Rule
As an adjective, 'velada' must match the thing it describes in number and gender (e.g., 'una crítica velada,' but 'un mensaje velado').
Past Participle Use
This form comes directly from the verb 'velar' (to veil or watch over). It describes something that has been veiled.
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