Also means
to conceal
Usage Note
Esconder is a regular -er verb. The reflexive esconderse means 'to hide oneself': los niños se esconden. The childhood game 'hide and seek' is escondite or escondidas (Latin America). A related noun is escondite (hiding place). Note that ocultar is a more formal synonym, often preferred in written or official language.
Examples
"Esconde el regalo debajo de la cama."
Natural Translation
Hide the present under the bed.
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