Frog in your throat Meaning in English
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Definition
If you have a 'frog in your throat,' your voice sounds rough or you have trouble speaking clearly, usually because your throat feels dry or irritated.
Usage & Nuances
This is a colorful, informal idiom used when someone's voice sounds hoarse or creaky, especially at the start of speaking. Not used for serious illness. Commonly heard as 'I have a frog in my throat.' Avoid literal translation.
Example Sentences
Sorry, I have a frog in my throat this morning.
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He coughed because he had a frog in his throat.
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Drink some water when you get a frog in your throat.
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Let me clear my throat—I’ve got a frog in my throat.
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She started her speech but sounded like she had a frog in her throat.
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Every morning, I sound like I’ve got a frog in my throat until I have some tea.
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