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uvula in French

uvula in French is luette, uvule, uvula — uvula means the small, fleshy piece of tissue that hangs down at the back of the soft palate in the mouth.

uvula in French

luette
noun
(anatomy) Ellipsis of palatine uvula, the fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the soft palate, that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.
uvule
noun
(anatomy) Ellipsis of palatine uvula, the fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the soft palate, that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.
uvula
noun
(anatomy) Ellipsis of palatine uvula, the fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the soft palate, that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.

What does "uvula" mean?

  1. noun The small, fleshy piece of tissue that hangs down at the back of the soft palate in the mouth.
    "The doctor pointed out that her uvula was swollen."
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uvula in a sentence

  • The doctor pointed out that her uvula was swollen.
  • When you open your mouth wide, you can see your uvula at the back of your throat.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "uvula" in French?
"uvula" in French is luette, uvule, uvula. uvula means: The small, fleshy piece of tissue that hangs down at the back of the soft palate in the mouth.
How do you use "uvula" in a sentence?
Example: "The doctor pointed out that her uvula was swollen." In French, "uvula" is luette, uvule, uvula.
Are there other ways to say "uvula" in French?
Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "uvula": luette, uvule, uvula.
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