word
Medical
Pharynx
FAIR-ingks
/ˈfærɪŋks/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
pharynx
Dictionary meaning
The cavity at the back of the mouth and nasal passages that connects to the esophagus.
Common mispronunciations
FAR-nixFAIR-inks
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