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VocabJLPT N1

head

Noun

Definitions

1. head
2. chief
3. chairman
4. top student

This noun means the top seat, first place, or the head position in a ranking. It is used to describe someone who ranks first, such as a class valedictorian or the top graduate, and can also refer to a seat of honor or the head of a delegation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

When someone says "it's the head's decision," it's hard to push back.

Sentence 2

I doubt the top spot is decided by ability alone.

Sentence 3

If the top person were replaced, would the direction change significantly?

Sentence 4

The way they treat the top person like some kind of god is honestly laughable.

Sentence 5

She declared, "I'll take responsibility as head."