Haut
skin
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/haʊ̯t/
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Cultural Note
Germans place great emphasis on skincare ('Hautpflege'). The idiom 'sich in seiner Haut nicht wohlfühlen' (not feeling comfortable in one's skin) is widely used. Germany is home to many famous skincare brands like Nivea, which reflect this cultural priority.
📝 Example Sentences
Sie hat weiche Haut.
She has soft skin.
Die Sonne ist schlecht für die Haut.
The sun is bad for the skin.
Er fühlt sich nicht wohl in seiner Haut.
He doesn't feel comfortable in his own skin.