Japanese

はだ
Meaning: skin; surface; temperament
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

肌

Example sentences

Skin tends to get dry in winter.
海で一日中遊んでいたので、肌が真っ黒に日焼けした。
Since I played at the sea all day, my skin got a pitch-black tan.
このブラウスは薄くて肌が透ける。
This blouse is thin and my skin shows through.
冬は空気が乾燥しているので、肌のケアが欠かせない。
The air is dry in winter, so skin care is essential.
生まれたばかりの赤ちゃんの肌の温もりに感動した。
I was moved by the warmth of the newborn baby's skin.
冬の朝、凛とした空気が肌を刺す。
On a winter morning, the crisp air stings the skin.
この化粧水を使うとお肌がしっとりします。
Using this lotion makes your skin feel moist.
乾燥した肌に保湿クリームを塗る。
Apply moisturizing cream to dry skin.
肌の潤いを保つために、週に一度はパックをしている
I use a face pack once a week to keep my skin moisturized.
彼女は美しい褐色の肌をしている。
She has beautiful tanned skin.

Usage Notes

Primarily refers to human skin. It can also describe the surface of objects or a person's disposition (e.g., 'researcher-type').

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