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nasopharynx

/ˌneɪ.zəʊˈfær.ɪŋks/

/ˌneɪ.soʊˈfɛr.ɪŋks/

Translations

nasopharynxnoun

nasopharynges

/ˌneɪ.zəʊˈfær.ɪŋks/

/ˌneɪ.soʊˈfɛr.ɪŋks/

The doctor examined the patient's nasopharynx for signs of infection.

Доктор осмотрел носоглотку пациента на наличие признаков инфекции.

Synonyms

nasal pharynx

upper pharynx

nasopharynxnoun

The upper part of the pharynx, connecting with the nasal cavity above the soft palate.

The doctor examined the patient's nasopharynx to check for any signs of infection.