What is another word for accessory nerve?
Pronunciation: [ɐksˈɛsəɹˌi nˈɜːv] (IPA) 
The accessory nerve is also known as the eleventh cranial nerve or the spinal accessory nerve. This nerve is responsible for controlling the movement of the neck and shoulder muscles. It also plays a crucial role in speech and swallowing. The accessory nerve starts in the upper spinal cord and travels up to the neck, where it branches out into smaller nerves. Synonyms for this nerve may include the spinal accessory nerve, the cranial nerve XI, and the accessory cranial nerve. While these terms may be used interchangeably, they all refer to the same nerve that is essential for proper neck and shoulder movement.
