What is the Spanish word for "skin"?

Learn how to say "skin" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

skin

Spanish

piel

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Alternative translations of "skin"

cáscara
cuero
dermis

Examples of how to use "skin" in Spanish

English
You should protect your skin from the sun.
Spanish
Deberías proteger tu piel del sol.
English
Her skin feels soft after the lotion.
Spanish
Su piel se siente suave después de la loción.
English
He has sensitive skin in winter.
Spanish
Él tiene piel sensible en invierno.
English
The snake shed its old skin.
Spanish
La serpiente se deshizo de su vieja piel.
English
Wear sunscreen to protect your skin.
Spanish
Usa protector solar para proteger tu piel.

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