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bronchi

 

[ หˆbrษ’ล‹kaษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy system

Bronchi are the large air passages that lead from the trachea (windpipe) to the lungs. There are two primary bronchi, the left and the right, which branch off to enter each lung. The bronchi further divide into smaller bronchi and bronchioles within the lungs, allowing for the distribution of air. Their primary function is to conduct air in and out of the lungs during respiration. Inflammation or infection of the bronchi can lead to conditions such as bronchitis.

Synonyms

airway, bronchial tube

Examples of usage

  • The bronchial tubes are essential for proper breathing.
  • Smoking can cause damage to the bronchi.
  • Bronchi can become inflamed due to allergies.

Translations

Translations of the word "bronchi" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น brรดnquios

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฐเฅ‹เค‚เคš

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bronchien

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bronkus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั€ะพะฝั…ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ oskrzela

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฐ—็ฎกๆ”ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bronches

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ brรณnquios

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bronลŸlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐ๊ด€์ง€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุตุจุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bronchy

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prieduลกky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ”ฏๆฐ”็ฎก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bronhi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ berkjur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั€ะพะฝั…ั‚ะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ แƒแƒœแƒฅแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ brok

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ brรณnquios

Etymology

The term 'bronchi' originates from the Greek word 'bronchos', meaning 'windpipe' or 'trachea', which is a derivative of 'bronkhos', referring to the air passages of the lungs. This term entered the medical lexicon through Latin, which adapted the Greek term into 'bronchus'. The usage of 'bronchi' in English and other languages points to the evolution of medical terminology, particularly in the field of anatomy and respiratory physiology. Historically, the understanding of bronchi has evolved alongside advancements in medical science, particularly through the 19th century with better understanding of anatomy and the physiology of the respiratory system. Today, the bronchi are critical in understanding various respiratory diseases and conditions, and they are often the focus in studies related to lung health.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,035, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.