The word "disfrazar" is a verb.
/dizfɾaˈθaɾ/ (in Spain) /dizfɾaˈsɑɾ/ (in Latin America)
"Disfrazar" is mainly used to describe the action of concealing one's appearance or identity by wearing a costume or by covering something in a way that it is not easily recognized. It can also refer to the act of altering something to make it appear different than it is, often with a connotation of hiding the truth or an intention to deceive. The word is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, though it may appear more frequently in conversations about festivals, carnivals, or theatrical performances.
She decided to dress her son up as a superhero for the costume party.
Es difícil disfrazar sus verdaderos sentimientos.
It is difficult to disguise her true feelings.
En Halloween, mucha gente se disfraza de personajes de películas.
The term "disfrazar" is often used in various idiomatic expressions in the Spanish language. Here are some examples:
You can't disguise the truth for long.
Disfrazar un problema
Trying to disguise a problem won't solve it.
Disfrazar la realidad
It is easy to disguise reality with pretty words.
Disfrazar intenciones
The word "disfrazar" comes from the Latin "disfigūre," which means "to alter the form or appearance." The prefix "dis-" typically signifies negation or reversal, and "frazar" is derived from "frazare," meaning to adorn or to dress up.
Synonyms: - Camuflar (to camouflage) - Ocultar (to hide) - Vestir (to dress)
Antonyms: - Revelar (to reveal) - Mostrar (to show) - Exponer (to expose)