die Kehle, -n
throat
Teil des Körpers im Hals, durch den Luft und Nahrung gehen.
The German word "Kehle" is a noun that means "throat". It specifically refers to the part of the body that connects the mouth and nasal passages to the esophagus and windpipe. It is often used in discussions about health, anatomy, or expression, as in "jemandem die Kehle zuschnüren" (to choke someone).
Similar words in German include "Hals" (neck), which encompasses a broader area than just the throat.
The difference is that "Hals" includes the neck area, while "Kehle" specifically pertains to the throat itself.
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Examples
Er spürt etwas in seiner Kehle.noun
He feels something in his throat.
Nach dem langen Vortrag war meine Kehle trocken.noun
After the long lecture, my throat was dry.
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