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March 24, 2026
咙(嚨)lóng(long2)
The character 咙 (lóng) refers specifically to the throat, which is the passage that connects the mouth and nasal cavity to the esophagus and windpipe. It is commonly used in medical contexts and discussions about health, as well as in idiomatic expressions related to speaking or swallowing.
Strokes8Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the health of the throat is often associated with the balance of 'qi' and is important for overall well-being. Throat issues are commonly discussed during flu season, connecting this character to everyday health conversations.
Memory Tip
Imagine a long snake (lóng) winding through a narrow throat. The character 咙 visually suggests a mouth (口) with a throat (represented by the radical '口' and the sound 'lóng' resembling the hissing of a snake). Picture the snake trying to speak, emphasizing the connection between throat and sound.
Meanings of 咙
lóng(long2)
1throat
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About 咙
咙Simplified
嚨Traditional
8Strokes
口Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 咙
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a long snake (lóng) winding through a narrow throat. The character 咙 visually suggests a mouth (口) with a throat (represented by the radical '口' and the sound 'lóng' resembling the hissing of a snake). Picture the snake trying to speak, emphasizing the connection between throat and sound.
Usage Notes
This character is often used in compound words related to throat conditions, such as 咽喉 (yānhóu), meaning pharynx and larynx. Learners should be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters, and note that it is more commonly used in spoken contexts than written.
HSK Study Tips
Although it is not an HSK level word, it can be linked to HSK Level 2 vocabulary related to body parts. Students at this level should focus on pronunciation and recognizing the character in health-related contexts.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the health of the throat is often associated with the balance of 'qi' and is important for overall well-being. Throat issues are commonly discussed during flu season, connecting this character to everyday health conversations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 咙 by not emphasizing the tone, resulting in confusion with other characters. For example, saying 'long' instead of 'lóng' can lead to misunderstanding.
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Grammar Patterns of 咙
咙 carries one core meaning. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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他喉____深处有一股金属味儿。
There was a metallic taste at the back of his throat.
Example Sentences for 咙 (10)
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他喉咙深处有一股金属味儿。
tā hóu lóng shēn chǔ yǒu yī gǔ jīn shǔ wèi ér。
There was a metallic taste at the back of his throat.
"Yaaaaaaa," Carla let rip with the cry of the Valkyries.
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他一咳嗽就把卡在喉咙里的鱼刺咳出来了.
tā yī ké sòu jiù bǎ kǎ zài hóu lóng lǐ de yú cì ké chū lái le.
The coughing dislodged the fishbone from his throat.
7
朱吟 秋和陈君宜竟拍起掌来,也放大了喉咙笑.
zhū yín qiū hé chén jūn yí jìng pāi qǐ zhǎng, lái , yě fàng dà le hóu.
Chu Yin - chiu and Chen Chun - yi applauded gleefully and roared with laughter.
8
一饮而尽, --不要剩底儿 -- 烧焦你的喉咙,要找幸福!
yī yǐn ér jìn,-- , -- bù yào shèng dǐ-- ér -- shāo jiāo nǐ de, hóu lóng , yào!
Toss it off, don't leave any heeltap, scorch your throat and be happy.
9
他把卡在喉咙里的糖咯了出来.
tā bǎ kǎ zài hóu lóng lǐ de táng kǎ le chū lái.
He coughed up the candy that was stuck in his throat.
10
思嘉浑身冷得发抖, 心快蹦到喉咙里了.
sī jiā hún shēn lěng dé fā dǒu, , xīn kuài bèng dào hóu lóng lǐ.
Scarlett went cold, her hand at her throat.
Cultural Notes for 咙
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, the health of the throat is often associated with the balance of 'qi' and is important for overall well-being. Throat issues are commonly discussed during flu season, connecting this character to everyday health conversations.
Word Family of 咙
Words Containing This Character2
喉咙hóulóngthroat喉嚨
咙lóngthroat嚨
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Compound Meaning
What does 喉咙 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 咙
It is pronounced as 'lóng', with a rising tone. Practice saying it with emphasis on the tone.
Common phrases include '咽喉痛' (yānhóu tòng), meaning sore throat.
It is mostly used in everyday conversation and informal contexts, especially related to health.
