Japanese Word · Advanced
鍋にふたをする
cover the pot
Pronunciation: 鍋にふたをする
Meaning
A natural Japanese expression used to convey: cover the pot.
Example
早く沸くように、鍋にふたをしました。
I covered the pot so it would boil faster.
Practice tips
- Practice 鍋にふたをする out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for advanced-level learners.