How to Pronounce "dermis"
word
ˈdɝməs
DUR-mis
dˈɜːmiz
DUR-miz
Definition
The dermis is the thick layer of skin underneath the outer layer (epidermis) that contains blood vessels, nerves, hair roots, and glands.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɝməs
British English
dˈɜːmiz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DUR-mis
UK
DUR-miz
Listen in Context
The dermis is found beneath the epidermis.
Blood vessels run through the dermis.
The dermis contains nerves and sweat glands.
A tattoo's ink stays in the dermis, which is why it lasts so long.