tau4 nou5頭腦头脑
Jyutpingtau4 nou5
Yaletàuh nóuh
Definition
Brain, mind, or intellect; used figuratively to refer to intelligence or wisdom.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to one's capacity for logical thinking or mental agility rather than the physical organ itself. It is frequently used in contexts involving decision making or problem solving. When describing someone who is clever or quick witted, it is common to pair it with terms related to speed or clarity.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 腦, which refers to the physical brain or the biological organ. Using 頭腦 when you mean the physical organ sounds unnatural and slightly abstract.
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Grammar guides
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