Use your head Meaning in English
expression
ˈjus/, /ˈjuz/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhɛd
YOOZ-yer-HED
juːz/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈɛd
YOOZ-yaw-HED
Definition
To think carefully or use your intelligence before making a decision or doing something.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, sometimes slightly scolding or advising. Commonly said to encourage smart, practical thinking, especially to children or when someone is acting carelessly. Similar to 'think before you act.'
Spanish: usa la cabeza - piensa bienPortuguese (BR): use a cabeça - pense direitoPortuguese (PT): usa a cabeça - pensa bemChinese (Simplified): 动动脑筋 - 用脑子Chinese (Traditional): 動動腦筋 - 用腦子Hindi: दिमाग़ लगाओ - सोच समझ कर काम करोArabic: استخدم عقلك - فكّر جيدًاBengali: মাথা খাটাও - বুদ্ধি ব্যবহার করোRussian: думай головой - включи головуJapanese: 頭を使うVietnamese: dùng đầu óc - suy nghĩ kỹKorean: 머리를 쓰다Turkish: aklını kullanUrdu: دماغ استعمال کروIndonesian: gunakan otakmu
Example Sentences
Come on, use your head!
basic
Before you answer, use your head.
basic
If you use your head, you won't get into trouble.
basic
You forgot your keys again? Man, you need to use your head!
natural
It doesn't take a genius—just use your head and you'll figure it out.
natural
Whenever things get confusing, just take a breath and use your head.
natural