trachea
Translation
trachea, windpipe
Examples
The food went down his trachea by mistake.
The food went down his trachea by mistake.
The trachea is also known as the windpipe.
The trachea is also known as the windpipe.
Grammar Patterns
the trachea the tube for air in the throat The trachea connects the larynx to the lungs.
Similar Words
Synonyms: windpipe
Etymology
From Greek 'trakheia' meaning 'rough', because the cartilage rings give it a rough feel.
Memory Tips
It sounds a bit like 'track' – it's the 'track' for air to your lungs. The 'ch' sound can be associated with coughing.