Meaning of the word headache in English

What does headache mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

headache

US /ˈhed.eɪk/

UK /ˈhed.eɪk/

a continuous pain in the head

Example:

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I woke up with a terrible headache this morning.

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She took some medicine for her headache.

Synonym:

cephalalgia migraine tension headache

a person or thing that causes worry or trouble

Example:

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My little brother is such a headache sometimes.

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Dealing with all the paperwork is a real headache.

Synonym:

nuisance trouble bother hassle problem