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cela-se

[ˈsɛ.lɐ.sə]
verb
it is concealed/hidden; one conceals oneself
1. Third person singular present indicative of the reflexive verb 'celar' - to hide, conceal, or keep secret
The truth cela-se behind the lies.
A verdade cela-se atrás das mentiras.
2. Passive or reflexive form indicating something that becomes hidden or is being concealed
The problem cela-se from public view.
O problema cela-se da vista pública.
Synonyms
esconde-seoculta-sedissimula-sevela-se
Antonyms
revela-seexpõe-semostra-sedescobre-se

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cela-se
Standard usage, though less common in everyday speech
Portugal
cela-se
Standard usage in formal or literary contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

celar-se na sombra - to hide in the shadows
cela-se do mundo - one hides from the world
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