Pharynx (definition)
From Scottish Gaelic Grammar Wiki
In phonetics it is important to speech because the pharynx is an articulator that helps with vocalization. It is located in the throat just above the esophagus and larynx.
See Also
External Links
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_pharynx
http://www.linguistics.ucla.edu/people/ladefoge/manual%20files/chapter6.pdf