What is dizzy?

Dizzy is when your head feels wobbly, like it’s spinning or shaking even though you’re standing still.

Imagine you're on a merry-go-round at the park, you're laughing and having fun, but then you get off. For a little while, your head feels like it's still going around and around, even though you're now on solid ground. That wobbly, spinning feeling is dizzy.

Sometimes, when you spin in circles really fast, maybe playing tag or riding a swing, your head gets all mixed up. It's like your brain says, “Wait, are we moving or not?” and it takes a moment to catch up. That’s why you feel dizzy after spinning.

Sometimes when you have a tummy ache or you're throwing up, your head feels dizzy, too. It's like your brain is confused because your body is doing something unexpected, kind of like when you suddenly stop spinning and your head still thinks it’s going around.

So next time you feel that wobbly, spinning feeling, just remember: it’s like your head is playing a game of tag with itself!