Throatiness

Pronunciation: /ˈθɹoʊtˈaɪˈnɛs/

Throatiness (noun)

  1. A feeling of irritation or soreness in the throat, often making swallowing or speaking uncomfortable.
  2. A quality of the voice that sounds rough or tight because of irritation in the throat.

Examples

  • Throatiness makes me want to clear my throat often.
  • The throatiness started after I spoke for hours.