横 隔 膜(おうかくまく)

おうかくまく

noun

diaphragm

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.

ANATOMY:
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.

USAGE:
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:

横隔膜(おうかくまく)呼吸(こきゅう) (diaphragmatic breathing)
横隔膜(おうかくまく)を鍛(きた)える (to train the diaphragm)

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

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Added 2026.1.25 14:12

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