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soft palate

/ˈsɒft ˈpælət/

Tradução: Parte mole e flexível na parte posterior do paladar, que ajuda na deglutição, na respiração e na produção dos sons da fala.

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/ˈsɒft ˈpælət/C1formalmedical
  • ptParte mole e flexível na parte posterior do paladar, que ajuda na deglutição, na respiração e na produção dos sons da fala.

The soft, flexible part at the back of the roof of the mouth, which helps with swallowing, breathing, and speech sounds.

  1. Anatomical structureB2formal

    The soft, fleshy part at the back of the roof of the mouth, which helps in swallowing and speech.

    ptPalato mole

    • The soft palate moves upward during swallowing to prevent food from entering the nasal cavity.
    • Damage to the soft palate can affect a person's ability to speak clearly.
    • The doctor examined the patient's soft palate for signs of infection.