English–German

“head” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔpf/

Example

Sie klopfte ihm auf den Kopf.

She tapped him on the head.

Illustration for Kopf (head)

How to say “head” in German

“Head” in German is Kopf.

A rounded top that houses the brain and extends metaphorically to a thinking person, a person in charge, or the top of an object.

Full entry for Kopf: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Kopf

Er schüttelte den Kopf.

He shook his head.

Tips for using Kopf

  • The phrase auf den Kopf uses the accusative after auf for motion or impact, while im Kopf uses the dative for a fixed location or thought.

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