Have a good head on your shoulders

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To be sensible or very smart.

Sarah always makes wise decisions, she has a good head on her shoulders.
Visual representation of "have a good head on your shoulders" - To be sensible or very smart

Often appears as...

  • he's got a good head on his shoulders
  • she's got a good head on her shoulders

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Approving

Idiomatic

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Positive Connotation

Describes a person with clear, rational thinking and good judgment.

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Despite his youth, Tom has a good head on his shoulders.
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Not Literal

It means being clever and sensible, not the physical head.

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I trust Lily to plan our trip; she has a good head on her shoulders.
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Maturity Implication

Often suggests the person is mature beyond their years.

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Kyle's only 18, but he has a good head on his shoulders, managing his budget well.
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