Spanish Conversation · Level 111
59 words
Spanish word
epidermis
Pronunciation
IPA/epiˈðeɾmis/
Meaning
- feminine nounepidermis
Example
La epidermis es la capa más externa de la piel.
The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin.
More examples
Usa protector solar para proteger la epidermis.
Use sunscreen to protect the epidermis.
Core concept
Outer visible protective layer of the skin.
Common phrases
proteger la epidermis del sol
shield the epidermis from the sun
quemadura en la epidermis
epidermal burn
Similar words
piel: Soft external tissue covering the body's surface.
Definition in Spanish
Capa más externa de la piel que forma la superficie visible y protege frente a agentes externos.
Word origin
From Greek epi 'upon' and derma 'skin', the word passed through Latin epidērmis into modern languages to name the skin's outer layer.
Usage tips
- A technical term used in medicine and cosmetics while everyday speakers normally say piel and the noun is feminine (la epidermis).