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schilferig

flaky, scaly (of skin or surface)

adjective SHIL-fe-rikh Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Quality

Also means

peeling

Usage Note

Schilferig describes skin or a surface that flakes off in thin scales, like dandruff or peeling paint. Schilferige Haut (flaky skin) is the most common context. Focuses on the flaking texture rather than individual flakes; closely related to schuppig.

Examples

"Im Winter wurde seine Haut schilferig und er brauchte eine fettige Creme."

Natural Translation

In winter his skin became flaky and he needed a rich cream.

Literal Translation

In winter his skin became flaky and he needed a fatty cream.

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