das Speiseröhr
Translation
esophagus, gullet
Examples
Die Speise gelangt durch das Speiseröhr in den Magen.
The food passes through the esophagus into the stomach.
Grammar Patterns
to pass through ((sth.)) The food passes through the esophagus.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Ösophagus (medical term)
Etymology
A compound of 'Speise' (food) and 'Röhr' (pipe/tube). Literally 'food pipe'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Speise' (food) + 'Röhr' (pipe). It's the pipe for food, as opposed to the 'Luftröhre' (air pipe).