머리

This is the 1974th most frequent Korean word.

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머리

"머리" means "head" in English.


Here, '머리' refers to 'head,' indicating the physical part of the body that hurts.

머리가 아파서 약을 먹었어요.

My head hurt, so I took medicine.


In this context, '머리' simply describes the size of the head as a body feature.

그는 큰 머리를 가지고 있죠.

He has a big head.


Here, '머리' symbolizes 'mind' or 'intellect,' suggesting the process of thinking.

문제가 생겼을 때는 머리를 써야 해요.

When a problem arises, you need to use your head.