How to Say “Big Head” in Latin

By Hannah Carly • Updated October 4, 2026

Capito

The Latin phrase for 'big head' is Capito.

This phrase is used to describe a person who is arrogant or conceited.

Did you know?

The Latin root caput in Capito is the ancestor of the English word 'capital', since the head was considered the 'principal' part of the body.
While Capito describes mental arrogance, Romans used the term caput to refer to a legal 'person' or 'unit' in census counting.
The suffix used in Capito is a standard way in Latin to transform a body part into a noun describing a person possessing that trait.

Example conversation

Lucia and Lucius are discussing a boastful classmate.

Lucia

Marcus semper gloriatur.
Marcus is always boasting.
Lucius

Ita, Marcus est capito.
Yes, Marcus is a big head.
Lucia

Cur tam superbus est?
Why is he so proud?
Lucius

Quia putat se esse optimum.
Because he thinks he is the best.

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Hannah Carly

Salvete, I am Hannah! A wordsmith with a penchant for Latin. An avid bookworm and a gourmet cook, I find joy in exploring ancient Rome. I delve into vintage terminologies, recipes, and yes, even the name 'Adam' in Latin! My diverse interests include deciphering faith-based terms such as 'Bishop' or 'Holy Spirit', wildlife like 'deer' and 'lizard' or even daily vernacular 'cookie' and 'beer'. Life is 'carpe diem' with Latina mea!

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