くるむ

Alternative writings: 包む
JLPT:N2
Frequency:

1To wrap up or tuck in (something) by enveloping it in cloth, paper, etc.; to roll up in (covering).

Group 1 VerbTransitive VerbUsually Kana

Examples

プレゼントをきれいな紙で包む(包む)。

Wrap the present in pretty paper.

赤ちゃんを毛布でくるんで寝かせた。

I wrapped the baby in a blanket and put him to sleep.

焼き魚をアルミホイルでくるんでオーブンに入れる。

Wrap the grilled fish in aluminum foil and put it in the oven.