White pear (Pyrus spp.), particularly the Asian pear, has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for soothing coughs and throat irritation. In TCM, white pear is commonly consumed fresh, steamed, or prepared with honey to "moisten the lungs" and relieve dry coughs or throat discomfort. Ancient Chinese texts and folk remedies frequently recommend pear for various respiratory complaints, attributing its effectiveness to its moistening, cooling, and demulcent properties. From a scientific perspective, there is limited direct clinical evidence supporting the efficacy of white pear in treating coughs. However, pears contain bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, vitamin C, and phenolic acids, which possess mild anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. These constituents may contribute to soothing irritated mucous membranes in the throat, potentially offering some relief from cough symptoms. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that pear extracts can reduce airway inflammation, though these findings have not been robustly confirmed in human clinical trials. Overall, the use of white pear for cough is predominantly rooted in tradition, with anecdotal support and plausible but unproven biological mechanisms. While it is widely regarded as a safe and gentle home remedy, more rigorous research is needed to establish its effectiveness by modern scientific standards.