This is the 2767th most frequent Chinese word.
喉
Throat.
In this sentence, '喉' is used as part of the compound '喉咙', which means 'throat' or 'pharynx'. It refers to the anatomical region utilized for speech and swallowing.
他清了清喉咙，然后开始讲话。
He cleared his throat and then started speaking.
'喉咙' in this context signifies the throat area, which often experiences pain or discomfort during illness. The term shows its use in medical and everyday contexts to describe symptoms.
喉咙痛是感冒的常见症状之一。
A sore throat is one of the common symptoms of a cold.
Here, '喉部' translates directly as 'throat area', demonstrating usage in medical or physiological discussions about health and protection of the throat.