Palatopharyngeus is a muscular structure that helps in the act of swallowing. It extends from the soft palate to the pharynx. This structure plays a vital role in maintaining the structure of the throat and facilitating the movement of food from the mouth to the esophagus. Synonyms for palatopharyngeus include the pharyngopalatinus muscle, the levator veli palatini muscle and the palatopharyngeal muscle. These synonyms refer to different parts or actions performed by the muscle, but they all relate to the same structure in the throat. Understanding these synonyms can help in the diagnosis and treatment of throat-related disorders.