皮膚

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: Spelling: 皮膚. Reading: ひふ. Core meaning: skin.
• Basic usage: Representative examples: 強い日差しから皮膚を守るため、長袖の服を着た / 医師は腕の皮膚を見て、赤みの範囲を確認した.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Anatomical and everyday terms
  • 皮膚 is a neutral anatomical noun for the tissue covering the body. Its use can differ from everyday 肌, which extends to texture, appearance, and complexion.