hjässan

Hjässan is a term used in Sweden, primarily in older contexts or specific dialectal regions, to refer to the crown of the head, the top part of the skull. It's a descriptive term for that uppermost section of the head. The word's etymology is thought to be related to the Old Norse word "háss," meaning "high."

While not a commonly used term in everyday modern Swedish conversation, "hjässan" might still be encountered in literature, historical texts, or by individuals who retain older linguistic habits. It distinguishes the very apex of the head from other parts like the forehead, temples, or back of the head. In some contexts, it can also carry a slightly more informal or colloquial feel compared to more clinical or anatomical terms. The concept it describes, however, is universally understood as the highest point of the human head.