396.皮

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皮

1. Meaning and Reading

  • skin, hide, leather
  • Onyomi : ひ
  • Kunyomi : かわ

2. Kanji Explanation

A character modeled after the shape of a ‘hide’ hung up to dry.

皮 kanji meaning and mnemonic illustration

3. Example Words

皮 かわ
skin, peel

Peel an apple.

皮膚 ひふ
skin (medical)

Treat skin inflammation.