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Skin in Spanish

The Spanish word for 'skin' is 'piel', pronounced PYEHL (IPA: /ˈpjel/). It is an A1-level feminine noun (plural: pieles).

Pronunciation: PYEHL

Spanishpiel
PronunciationPYEHL · /ˈpjel/
Part of speechnoun (feminine)
Pluralpieles
LevelA1 (beginner-friendly)

Example Sentences with 'piel'

  • Tengo la piel seca en invierno.
    My skin is dry in winter.
  • El sol puede dañar la piel.
    The sun can damage your skin.
  • Esta crema es buena para la piel sensible.
    This cream is good for sensitive skin.
  • Se me pone la piel de gallina cuando escucho esa canción.
    I get goosebumps when I hear that song.

Common Phrases with 'piel'

  • piel de gallina
    goosebumps
  • dejarse la piel
    to give it everything / work oneself to the bone

How to Use 'piel'

One syllable: PYEHL. Besides skin, 'piel' also means leather or animal fur, especially in Spain ('chaqueta de piel'); Latin America prefers 'cuero' for leather.

Regional note: For leather goods, Spain says 'de piel' while most of Latin America says 'de cuero'.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you say 'skin' in Spanish?

'Skin' in Spanish is 'piel', pronounced PYEHL.

How do you spell 'piel'?

It is spelled p-i-e-l.

Is 'piel' masculine or feminine?

'Piel' is feminine: you say 'la piel'.

What is the plural of 'piel'?

The plural of 'piel' is 'pieles'.

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