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pharynx

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/ˈfɛrəŋks/ · phar-y-nx

The muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal passages to the esophagus.

Meanings

nountechnical

The muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal passages to the esophagus.

ایک پٹھوں کی نالی جو منہ اور ناک کی گزر گاہوں کو مری اور ہوا کی نالی سے جوڑتا ہے۔

حلق

halq

Synonyms

throatgulletairwayگلانالیہوا کی نالی

Common Collocations

  • pharyngeal muscles
  • pharynx examination
  • pharyngeal reflex

Example Sentences

The pharynx plays a crucial role in swallowing food.

حلق کھانے کو نگلنے میں اہم کردار ادا کرتا ہے۔

Halq khanay ko nigalne mein aham kirdar ada karta hai.

Infections can cause inflammation of the pharynx, leading to sore throat.

انفیکشنز حلق کی سوزش کا باعث بن سکتے ہیں، جو گلے میں درد کا سبب بنتا ہے。

Infections halq ki soozish ka baais ban sakte hain, jo gale mein dard ka sabab banta hai.

The pharynx is also involved in speech production.

حلق تقریر کی تشکیل میں بھی شامل ہوتا ہے۔

Halq taqreer ki tashkeel mein bhi shamil hota hai.

Easily Confused With

larynx:The larynx is located below the pharynx and is responsible for voice production.

💡 Memory Tip

Remember that 'pharynx' has the sound 'far' like a path you travel in your throat.

Imagine a tunnel that the food travels through from your mouth to your stomach.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Greek "phárunx" — throat

First known use: 14th century

The term 'pharynx' has been used in English since the 14th century, derived from the Greek word 'phárunx', referring to the throat or fauces.