WORD DETAIL
皮膚
ひふ
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
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.

