Kilo Lingo

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feminine

/ɡaɾˈɣanta/

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Translation

throat

Word origin

Of expressive or imitative origin, built on the syllable garg- that mimics the sound of the throat. Compare Latin gurges ('whirlpool, gullet').

Origin
Latin
Root
garg-
English cognates
gargle, gurgle

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralgargantas

Examples

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My throat hurts a lot today.

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He drank water for his dry throat.

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His throat is very bad because of the cold.

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The doctor looked at his throat.

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She sang until her throat lost its voice.

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This word is part of lesson 39.