noun HSK 5
genuine leather · dermis (anatomy)
Meaning
真皮 literally means 'true skin' and has two main meanings. In everyday commerce, it refers to genuine leather (as opposed to synthetic or fake leather). In anatomy and medical contexts, it refers to the dermis, the thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis.
Usage
When shopping, 真皮 is commonly used to distinguish authentic leather products from imitations (人造皮 or 仿皮). You'll see it on labels for bags, shoes, furniture, and car interiors. In medical or skincare contexts, it refers specifically to the dermal layer of skin. The commercial meaning is far more common in daily life.
Examples
- 01这个手提包是真皮的，质量很好。, .This handbag is genuine leather, the quality is very good.
- 02真皮层含有血管和神经末梢。.The dermis contains blood vessels and nerve endings.
Characters
Measure words
- 层一层真皮
- 块一块真皮
Common collocations
- 真皮沙发genuine leather sofa
- 真皮皮包genuine leather bag
- 真皮座椅leather seats
- 真皮层dermal layer
Antonyms
Origin
Compound of 真 (true/genuine) + 皮 (skin/leather). The word emphasizes authenticity, distinguishing natural animal hide from artificial materials.