Czech · Body & Health

hlava

head

Beginnernoun · f

Definition

The top part of the body containing the brain and face.

Example

Bolí mě hlava.

I have a headache.

Etymology

'Hlava' derives from the Proto-Slavic '*glava', meaning 'head', which is present in many Slavic languages, reflecting its fundamental role in human anatomy.

How & Where It’s Used

'Hlava' is widely used in both spoken and written language and can be informal in usage, particularly in everyday situations.

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