Translation of Polish word "skóra" to English
skóra
/skura/
Meaning
NounThe outer protective layer of the body of any animal, including of a human.
How to use
The feminine noun 'skóra' means both 'skin' (on a living body) and 'leather / hide' (material for shoes, jackets). In Polish slang, 'skóra' can also mean a leather jacket. The idiom 'wejść w czyjąś skórę' means to put oneself in someone else's shoes.
🇬🇧 English
skin
Structure Guide
Polish Word: skóra
Translation: skin
Example Sentences
Moja skóra jest bardzo wrażliwa na słońce.
My skin is very sensitive to the sun.
Skóra jest bardzo wrażliwa.
The skin is very sensitive.
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Common phrases
- skórzana kurtka— leather jacket
- sucha skóra— dry skin
- wejść w czyjąś skórę— to put oneself in someone's shoes / skin
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What does the Polish word "skóra" mean?▼
The Polish word "skóra" means "skin" in English.
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