Meaning
To think hard or use one's intelligence to solve a problem.
Cultural Background
In school, teachers often tell students to 'use their heads' to solve problems rather than just memorizing textbooks. In meetings, '머리를 맞대다' (putting heads together) is a common extension of this, emphasizing teamwork.
Context is key
Use this when you want to encourage someone to think.
Meaning
To think hard or use one's intelligence to solve a problem.
Context is key
Use this when you want to encourage someone to think.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence: 어려운 문제는 ____ 해결해야 해요.
머리를 써서
The idiom is '머리를 쓰다'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises머리를 써서
The idiom is '머리를 쓰다'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, but don't say it to your boss in a way that implies they aren't thinking.
Related Phrases
머리를 굴리다
similarTo think hard/cunningly
머리를 맞대다
similarTo collaborate
