WORD DETAIL
頭
あたま
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
頭, readあたま, denotes the head as the body part containing the organs of thought and major senses. - Basic usage: It names the head that feels heavy and the body part bowed slightly after removing a hat.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Body part and bodily expression
頭が重いdescribes discomfort rather than literal weight, while頭を下げるdescribes bowing the head.

