Usage Note
Stirnhöhle is one of the four paranasal sinuses, located behind the forehead. Stirnhöhlenentzündung (frontal sinusitis) is a very common complaint in winter months, making the term a practical health-vocabulary word.
Examples
"Bei einer Erkältung können sich die Stirnhöhlen entzünden."
Natural Translation
During a cold the frontal sinuses can become inflamed.
Literal Translation
During a cold can themselves the frontal-sinuses inflame.
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