Spanish Expression · Advanced
tapar la olla
cover the pot
Pronunciation: tapar la olla
Meaning
A natural Spanish expression used to convey: cover the pot.
Example
Tapa la olla y deja que el arroz se cocine.
Cover the pot and let the rice cook.
Practice tips
- Practice tapar la olla out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish expression is for advanced-level learners.