Thai · Body & Health
หัว
hua
Head
Beginnernoun
Definition
The top part of the body; in Thai culture the head is sacred — never touch it.
Example
ฉันปวดหัวนิดหน่อย
I have a slight headache.
Etymology
'หัว' (hua) means 'head' and originates from the Proto-Thai language, emphasizing the head's importance as the governing part of the body.
How & Where It’s Used
'หัว' is frequently used in both spoken and written communication. It serves both formal and informal registers, applicable across various contexts.