How to pronounce

Pharynx

/fɛɹɪŋks/

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US English

/fɛɹɪŋks/

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UK English

/fɛɹɪŋks/

Speed

Pronunciation Guide

Tricky

Syllables

PHAR · ynx

Often say 'fair-inks' instead of 'FAR-inks.'

Say 'FAR'—the pharynx is far back in your throat!

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