The nasopharynx; the upper portion of the pharynx (throat) located behind the nose.
From epi- (upon) + pharynx (throat), from Greek pharynx. The term literally means 'upon the pharynx' and refers to the uppermost region of the throat.
This is the secret chamber in the back of your nose where adenoids live and where your voice gets its resonance—it's basically the VIP section of your throat!
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