n.会厌

原形：epiglottis复数：epiglottises

The epiglottis prevents food from entering the windpipe while swallowing.
食管在吞咽时，喉头会盖住气管入口，防止食物误入气管。
The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that covers the entrance to the trachea.
喉头是一片覆盖气管入口的组织瓣膜。
During swallowing, the epiglottis moves to cover the larynx opening.
吞咽时，喉头会移动以覆盖声门开口。
A sore throat can be caused by inflammation of the epiglottis.
喉咙痛可能是由于喉头发炎引起的。
The epiglottis plays an important role in protecting the lungs from foreign objects.
喉头在保护肺部免受外来物体侵害中起着重要作用。
Epiglottitis is a rare but serious condition that requires immediate medical attention.
急性喉头炎虽然罕见但很严重，需要立即就医。
The doctor examined the patient's epiglottis using a flexible scope called a laryngoscope.
医生使用一种名为喉镜的柔性内窥镜检查患者的喉头。
Inhaling food or liquid into the lungs can cause aspiration pneumonia, which may involve the epiglottis.
将食物或液体吸入肺部可能导致吸入性肺炎，可能涉及喉头。
The epiglottis helps to direct food towards the esophagus and away from the airway.
喉头有助于引导食物进入食道，远离呼吸道。
The epiglottis is a critical structure for maintaining proper breathing and swallowing functions.
喉头是保持正常呼吸和吞咽功能的关键结构。