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How do you spell Laryngitis?

Correct spelling

laryngitis

Think LARYNX + ITIS: keep the Y from larynx, like pharyngitis

Why is laryngitis spelled this way?

From Greek larynx, voice box. LARYNX + ITIS (inflammation). The y-before-ng pattern mirrors pharyngitis. Inflammation of the larynx causing voice loss.

Common misspellings of laryngitis

laryngituslaringitislarinjitislarengitis

Example

The singer developed laryngitis and had to cancel her concert due to complete voice loss.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell laryngitis?+
The correct spelling is "laryngitis". Think LARYNX + ITIS: keep the Y from larynx, like pharyngitis
Is it laryngitus or laryngitis?+
The correct spelling is "laryngitis", not "laryngitus".

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