Pieles (en. Skins)

/ˈpje.les/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

The outer part of the surface of a living being that covers it.

Animal skins are often used in the fashion industry.

Las pieles de los animales suelen ser utilizadas en la industria de la moda.

Human skin, considered in its natural state.

It is important to take care of the skins to maintain the health of the dermis.

Es importante cuidar las pieles para mantener la salud de la dermis.

Material obtained from the skin of animals, used to make products.

I bought a sheep fur coat that is very warm.

Compré un abrigo de pieles de oveja que es muy cálido.

From Latin 'pellis', which means 'skin' or 'bark'.

To put oneself in another's skin

To feel or experience what another person feels.

ponerse en pieles ajenas

Goosebumps

A physical reaction that occurs in response to an emotional stimulus, also known as chills.

piel de gallina

To touch the skin

To connect intimately with someone or something, often in an emotional or affectionate sense.

tocar la piel

Fur

Layer of fur that covers the body of certain animals.

pelaje

Meats

Soft tissue found beneath the skin of animals.

carnes

Epidermis

The outermost layer of the skin of living beings.

epiderma

Used in a context to refer to luxury leather or fur clothing.

At the party, everyone wore furs that looked impressive.

En la fiesta, todos llevaban pieles que lucían impresionantes.

Sometimes used in a derogatory sense to refer to someone who seeks to appear superficially attractive.

Don't be so superficial and don't just think about the furs.

No seas tan superficial y no solo pienses en las pieles.