Indonesian · Body & Health
kepala
Head
Beginnernoun
Definition
The top part of the body; also means a chief, as in kepala desa.
Example
Kepala saya agak sakit.
My head hurts a little.
Etymology
'Kepala' comes from the Proto-Malayic *kəpala, meaning 'head'. Its use has maintained a significant presence in both physical and metaphorical contexts in Indonesian culture.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kepala' can be found in both formal and informal speech, particularly in discussions about health, leadership, and anatomy.