Pronunciation: [wˈa͡ɪthɛdɪd] (IPA) 
Whiteheaded is spelled as "wʌɪt hɛdɪd", with the stress on the first syllable. The word is composed of two parts, "white" and "headed", both of which are pronounced with a long "i" sound. The "h" in "headed" is silent, and the syllable "ed" is pronounced as "ɪd". Therefore, the correct spelling of this word may seem confusing at first but can easily be mastered with the right knowledge of IPA phonetic transcription and practice.
Whiteheaded is an adjective that describes something or someone as having a head or appearance that is white in color. Typically, it is used to refer to animals or plants with white or very light-colored heads or to individuals who have white hair on their head.
In the context of animals, whiteheaded is commonly used to describe bird species characterized by a white or light-colored head, contrasting with the rest of their body. An example of such a species is the white-headed eagle, which has a white-colored head, neck, and upper breast, while the rest of its plumage is dark brown or black. Similarly, the white-headed capuchin is a monkey species with a distinctive white crown on their head.
When used to describe humans, whiteheaded usually refers to individuals who have white or gray hair on their head, often due to age or genetics. It can also relate to individuals who have white or light-colored hair naturally, regardless of age. This term may be more commonly used among older generations or in the context of discussing someone's appearance or physical characteristics.
Overall, whiteheaded describes the color or appearance of a head or hair being primarily white or light in color, whether it relates to animals or humans.
The word "whiteheaded" is derived from the combination of two words: "white" and "headed".
"White" comes from the Old English word "hwīt", which had the same meaning. It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "hwītnaz". In various Germanic languages, including Old High German, Old Norse, and Gothic, similar forms can be found. The origins of the word can be further traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "ḱweytos", meaning "bright" or "shining".
On the other hand, "headed" is derived from the Middle English word "hed", which means "head" and shares similar roots with the Old English word "heafod".
When combined, "whiteheaded" refers to something or someone having a white head or hair.
