Word details

皮を被る

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 皮を被る.

Dictionary

Entry

皮を被る皮をかぶるかわをかぶるExpressionGodan verbFreq #33637
1

Idiomatic expression

to conceal one's true nature or feelings; to feign friendliness; to play the hypocrite

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

pelt, skin, hide, leather, skin radical (no. 107)

5 strokesFrequency 1,092JLPT N2Grade 3

On

Kun

かわ

incur, cover, veil, brood over, shelter, wear, put on, be exposed (film), receiving

10 strokesFrequency 431JLPT N2Grade 8

On

Kun

こうむ.るおお.うかぶ.るかぶ.せる

Nanori

ぎぬ

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