larynx

• Structure cartilagineuse située à la partie supérieure de la trachée, contenant les cordes vocales élastiques qui produisent le ton de la voix lors de la parole.

A cartilaginous structure located at the top of the trachea, containing the elastic vocal cords that produce the vocal tone in speech.

1. Voice boxB2formalmedical

   A cartilaginous structure at the top of the trachea that contains the vocal cords and is essential for producing sound in speech.

   larynx

   • The larynx is located in the throat and protects the airway during swallowing.
   • Damage to the larynx can affect a person's ability to speak.
   • The singer underwent surgery on her larynx to improve her vocal range.

   Synonymesvoice box