to be veiled; to be hidden; to be concealed; to be shrouded
1. to be covered with a veil or cloth
The bride was veiled during the ceremony.
A noiva era velada durante a cerimônia.
2. to be hidden, concealed, or obscured from view
The truth was veiled by lies and deception.
A verdade era velada por mentiras e engano.
3. to be obscured or unclear in meaning or intent
His criticism was veiled but still understood.
Sua crítica era velada, mas ainda assim compreendida.
4. to be covered or shrouded (as in darkness, mist, or shadows)
The mountain was veiled in fog.
A montanha era velada pela neblina.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'ser velado' is frequently used both literally (in religious or ceremonial contexts) and figuratively (to describe hidden intentions, concealed meanings, or subtle social dynamics). The figurative use is particularly common in literature, journalism, and everyday discourse when discussing indirect communication or hidden truths.
Related Idioms & Phrases
crítica velada (veiled criticism)
ameaça velada (veiled threat)
insinuação velada (veiled insinuation)
sob véu de sigilo (under a veil of secrecy)
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