عندي التهاب في الحلق

You can use this phrase exactly as it is. It works in almost every Arabic dialect. In Egypt, you might hear زوري بيوجعني. But عندي التهاب في الحلق is understood everywhere. Just drop it into a sentence when you feel unwell. You do not need to conjugate anything complex. It is a simple 'Subject + Noun' structure. Perfect for when your brain is foggy from a cold.

Use it when you need to cancel plans. It is a great excuse for missing a loud party. Use it at the pharmacy to get lozenges. Tell your boss if you cannot give a presentation. It is useful when texting a friend to explain your raspy voice. If you are at a doctor's office, this is the first thing you say. It is clear, direct, and very common.

Do not use it for a physical injury. If you got hit in the neck, use رقبتي بتوجعني. Do not use it if you are just thirsty. If your throat is dry, say أنا عطشان. Also, avoid it in very poetic settings. It is a practical, medical-leaning phrase. It is not for describing 'heartache' or emotional pain. Keep it for the actual physical germs.

In many Arabic cultures, people take throat health seriously. You will immediately get advice on drinking warm anise or lemon with honey. There is a strong culture of 'home remedies' first. Saying this phrase often triggers a wave of motherly advice. People might tell you to avoid 'cold air' or 'iced water.' It is a phrase that invites care and sympathy from others. It is more than a symptom; it is a social signal.

You can swap عندي for أشعر بـ to say 'I feel.' You can also say حلقي يؤلمني for 'my throat hurts me.' In some regions, they say عندي لوز if they mean tonsillitis. But the original phrase is the 'gold standard' for clarity. It bridges the gap between formal and spoken Arabic perfectly. You will sound educated but natural using it.