横隔膜(おうかくまく)

おうかくまく
noun
diaphragm
body-internalhealthscience
1. diaphragm
the dome-shaped muscle separating the chest cavity from the abdomen, essential for breathing
横隔膜(おうかくまく)を使(つか)って深(ふか)く呼吸(こきゅう)する。
Breathe deeply using the diaphragm.
しゃっくりは横隔膜(おうかくまく)の痙攣(けいれん)によって起(お)こる。
Hiccups are caused by spasms of the diaphragm.
歌手(かしゅ)や声優(せいゆう)は横隔膜(おうかくまく)を鍛(きた)えて声(こえ)の安定性(あんていせい)を高(たか)める。
Singers and voice actors train their diaphragm to improve voice stability.

Usage

The 横隔膜(おうかくまく) is the primary muscle for breathing. When it contracts, it moves downward, creating negative pressure that draws air into the lungs.
Commonly discussed in contexts of breathing techniques for singing, yoga, meditation, and sports. Also appears in medical discussions about hiccups and respiratory conditions.

Common collocations

CULTURAL NOTE (food):
In food contexts, beef diaphragm is called ハラミ (harami) and is a popular cut for yakiniku.

Related Words

Related: 肺(はい) (lung, lungs)
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Added 2026.1.25 14:12 · Revised 2026.10.12 22:10
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