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喉 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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喉
hóu
throat
n, 12 strokes, radical 口, rank #9277, Very Hard
喉
hóu
larynx
n, 12 strokes, radical 口, rank #9277, Very Hard
喉
hóu
throat, larynx, gullet; guttural
n, 12 strokes, radical 口, rank #9277, Very Hard
hóu(hou2)hou T2
1throat
2larynx
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March 24, 2026
喉hóu(hou2)
The character 喉 (hóu) refers to the throat or larynx, which is the part of the body involved in breathing, swallowing, and speaking. It is commonly used in medical or anatomical contexts, often to describe conditions related to the throat or to specify parts of speech production.
Strokes12Radical口Frequency#9277DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the throat is considered a vital pathway for Qi (energy) and is often referenced in discussions about voice and health, reflecting the importance of communication in Chinese culture.
Memory tip
Imagine a 'hoe' (sounds like 'hóu') digging deep into your throat, clearing out anything that might block your voice! The character features '口' (kǒu), which means 'mouth,' emphasizing the connection between the mouth and throat.
Meanings of 喉
hóu(hou2)
1throat
2larynx
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About 喉
喉Simplified
12Strokes
口Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#9277Frequency Rank
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Quick Contrast
气管 (qìguǎn, trachea) vs 喉 (hóu) — use 喉 when specifically referring to the throat or larynx, while 气管 refers to the windpipe.
Usage Notes
Be careful with the pronunciation, as it can be easily confused with similar-sounding words. The word is generally used in neutral contexts, but when discussing health, it may take on a more formal tone. Common collocations include '喉咙' (hóulóng - throat) and '喉音' (hóuyīn - guttural sound).
HSK Study Tips
喉 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, but it connects to other body-related words. Students should focus on pronunciation and recognize its role in discussions about health or anatomy, complementing terms like '头' (tóu - head) and '口' (kǒu - mouth).
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 喉 with similar characters like 口 (kǒu), leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我痛口' (wǒ tòng kǒu - I have a pain in my mouth) instead of '我痛喉' (wǒ tòng hóu - I have a pain in my throat) shows this error.
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喉 = 口 + 侯. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 喉
IDS Structure⿰口侯
喉Full character
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口kou3
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侯Hou2
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How to say throat in Chinese
“throat” in Chinese is喉hóu
The character 喉 (hóu) refers to the throat or larynx, which is the part of the body involved in breathing, swallowing, and speaking. It is commonly used in medical or anatomical contexts, often to describe conditions related to the throat or to specify parts of speech production.
When to use 喉
Be careful with the pronunciation, as it can be easily confused with similar-sounding words. The word is generally used in neutral contexts, but when discussing health, it may take on a more formal tone. Common collocations include '喉咙' (hóulóng - throat) and '喉音' (hóuyīn - guttural sound).
喉 or something close to it
气管 (qìguǎn, trachea) vs 喉 (hóu) — use 喉 when specifically referring to the throat or larynx, while 气管 refers to the windpipe.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 喉 with similar characters like 口 (kǒu), leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我痛口' (wǒ tòng kǒu - I have a pain in my mouth) instead of '我痛喉' (wǒ tòng hóu - I have a pain in my throat) shows this error.
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喉
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Grammar patterns of 喉
喉 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他____咙深处有一股金属味儿。
There was a metallic taste at the back of his throat.
Example sentences for 喉 (10)
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他喉咙深处有一股金属味儿。
tā hóulóng shēnchù yǒu yī gǔ jīnshǔ wèir。
There was a metallic taste at the back of his throat.
