Filipino · Body & Health
ulo
Head
Beginnernoun
Definition
The top part of the body containing the brain and face.
Example
Masakit ang ulo ko.
My head hurts.
Etymology
'Ulo' comes from the Proto-Austronesian '*ulu', meaning 'head'. Its significance remains strong within medical and colloquial discourses in Tagalog.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ulo' is utilized in informal conversations and formal settings, encompassing discussions in health and idiomatic expressions.