Gujarati · Body & Health
માથું
mathu
Head
Beginnernoun
Definition
The top part of the body containing the brain and face.
Example
મારું માથું દુખે છે.
My head is aching.
Etymology
'માથું' (mathu) comes from the Sanskrit 'माथु' (māthū) or 'मूल' (mūla), which signifies head or origin. Its usage has remained consistent across languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'માથું' is widely used in both spoken and written contexts, applicable in informal and educational settings. It is understood throughout Gujarat.