皮科 (píkē) refers to the dermatology department in a hospital or medical context. It is used when discussing skin-related health issues, treatments, or consultations with specialists in skin conditions.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
皮科píkē(pi2ke1)
皮科 (píkē) refers to the dermatology department in a hospital or medical context. It is used when discussing skin-related health issues, treatments, or consultations with specialists in skin conditions.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, skin health is often emphasized due to traditional beliefs about overall well-being and beauty, making 皮科 a relevant term in both medical and beauty discussions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wise old doctor with a thick book about skin diseases, wearing a white coat that's so long it touches the ground (the character 皮 looks like skin). Picture him saying 'pí' with a concerned tone as he examines a patient's skin to help them feel better.
About 皮科
皮科Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wise old doctor with a thick book about skin diseases, wearing a white coat that's so long it touches the ground (the character 皮 looks like skin). Picture him saying 'pí' with a concerned tone as he examines a patient's skin to help them feel better.
Usage Notes
皮科 is typically used in formal medical contexts, so it's important to use it appropriately when discussing health matters. Avoid using it in casual conversations to prevent sounding overly technical.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 7, learners should focus on integrating 皮科 into their vocabulary related to health and medicine. This word connects with other medical terms they may have learned, enhancing their ability to discuss health issues in Chinese.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, skin health is often emphasized due to traditional beliefs about overall well-being and beauty, making 皮科 a relevant term in both medical and beauty discussions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 皮科 with other medical specialties like 内科 (internal medicine) or 外科 (surgery). For instance, saying '我去内科看皮科' (I go to internal medicine to see dermatology) is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我去皮科看病' (I go to dermatology for treatment).
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Cultural Notes for 皮科
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In Chinese culture, skin health is often emphasized due to traditional beliefs about overall well-being and beauty, making 皮科 a relevant term in both medical and beauty discussions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 皮科
It means the dermatology department, where skin-related health issues are treated.
You can say, '我需要去皮科看病' (I need to go to the dermatology department for treatment).
No, it's more appropriate for medical discussions rather than casual conversation.
