throat
Meaning: The front part of the neck, or the passage inside the neck for food and air
The throat refers to both the external front part of the neck and the internal passage that connects the mouth to the stomach and lungs. It's commonly mentioned when discussing illness, speech, or strong emotions. Phrases like 'clear your throat' and 'have a frog in your throat' are everyday expressions.
Examples
- I've got a terrible sore throat and can barely swallow. 我喉咙痛得厉害,几乎吞不下东西。Tengo un dolor de garganta terrible y apenas puedo tragar.ひどい喉の痛みで、ほとんど飲み込めません。목이 몹시 아파서 거의 삼킬 수가 없습니다.
- He cleared his throat nervously before beginning his speech. 他紧张地清了清嗓子,然后开始演讲。Se aclaró la garganta nerviosamente antes de comenzar su discurso.彼はスピーチを始める前に緊張して咳払いをしました。그는 연설을 시작하기 전에 긴장하며 헛기침을 했습니다.
- The words got stuck in her throat when she saw him. 看到他时,她的话卡在了喉咙里。Las palabras se le atragantaron cuando lo vio.彼を見たとき、彼女は言葉が喉につかえました。그를 보았을 때, 그녀는 말이 목에 걸렸습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old English 'þrote' meaning 'throat, gullet', from Proto-Germanic 'thrutō'. Related to German 'Drossel' (throttle) and Old English 'þrotian' (to throttle). The phrase 'cut-throat' dates from the 16th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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