noun
headwork; mental effort; brainwork
Refers to intellectual or mental work, as opposed to physical labor. Often used in contexts like problem-solving, planning, or studying.
この仕事は体力よりヘッドワークが求められる。
This job requires more brainwork than physical strength.
チェスはヘッドワークのスポーツだ。
Chess is a sport of mental effort.
Loanword from English 'headwork', combining 'head' (mind) and 'work'.