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Larynx

Verb / ˈlerɪŋks / Another word for larynx — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The larynx is the part of the throat that contains the vocal cords and is responsible for producing sound.

Synonyms & similar words

voicebox throat pharynx glottis windpipe trachea airway passage conduit tube duct channel

Example sentences

  1. The doctor used a special camera to look at the singer's larynx.
  2. The larynx helps us talk and sing.
  3. If you have a sore throat, it might be because your larynx is inflamed.
  4. The larynx is also sometimes called the 'voice box'.
  5. The larynx is an important part of the respiratory system.

Quotes

  • 'I have a voice! I'm not just a larynx!' - Jerry Maguire
  • 'Music is the universal language of mankind.' - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
  • 'Singing is my passion, my first love and the secret of my energy. Music to me is like finding my inner self, my soul. It gives me a great joy to see audiences enjoying with me. I have given my heart to singing. When I sing, I can feel romance in everything around me.' - Kailash Kher

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