tongue

noun B1

Meaning

The tongue is the soft, muscular part in your mouth that helps you taste, swallow, and speak.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "tongue" with "taste," as they are related but different.

Example Sentences

Can you touch your tongue to your nose ?
My tongue feels numb after eating the spicy food .
She burned her tongue on the hot soup .
She does not speak well because her tongue hurts .

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