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larynx

 

[ หˆler.ษชล‹ks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy organ

The larynx, commonly known as the voice box, is a vital organ located in the neck. It is involved in breathing, producing sound, and protecting the trachea against food aspiration. The larynx houses the vocal cords which vibrate to produce sound when air is expelled from the lungs. It plays a crucial role in speech and singing. Damage to the larynx can result in voice loss or difficulties in breathing.

Synonyms

glottis, voice box

Examples of usage

  • He lost his voice due to laryngeal inflammation.
  • The doctor examined her larynx during the check-up.
  • His training helped him learn how to control his larynx while singing.

Translations

Translations of the word "larynx" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น laringe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคตเคฐเคฏเค‚เคคเฅเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kehlkopf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ larinks

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะพั€ั‚ะฐะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krtaล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ–‰้ ญ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท larynx

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ laringe

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gฤฑrtlak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ›„๋‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุญู†ุฌุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hrtan

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrtan

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ–‰ๅคด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ grlo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ barkak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉะผะตะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒแƒฎแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑrtlaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ laringe

Word origin

The term 'larynx' stems from the Ancient Greek word 'larynx' (ฮปฮฌฯฯ…ฮณฮพ), which referred to the throat or gullet. Its usage in anatomical terms dates back to the late 16th century when European anatomists began formalizing the study of human anatomy. The word was adopted into Latin, which also contributed to the development of medical terminology during the Renaissance. Throughout history, the understanding of the larynx has evolved, with further study in phonetics and the mechanics of voice production enhancing its significance in medicine, music, and speech pathology. The larynx is often highlighted in discussions regarding respiratory health and voice disorders, making it an essential subject of study in both medicine and speech therapy.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,015, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.