English–German

“throat” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkeːlə/

Example

Er hat eine kratzige Kehle.

He has a scratchy throat.

Illustration for Kehle (throat)

How to say “throat” in German

“Throat” in German is Kehle.

The inner neck passage serves both speaking and swallowing, so irritation there can make the voice sound rough.

Full entry for Kehle: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Kehle

Sie hatte einen Kloß in der Kehle.

She had a lump in her throat.

Tips for using Kehle

  • Kehle commonly refers to the inner throat, while Hals more broadly denotes the neck and throat area.

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