heart
gb/hˈɑɹt/ us/hˈɑɹt/
A2
English
~ 700
szív, központ, lényeg, kőr, szívecske
NOUN
A2
1
szív
A1
Usage pattern:
[someone]'s heart
The surgeon operated on his heart to repair a valve.
A sebész megműtötte a szívét, hogy helyreállítsa az egyik szívbillentyűt.
Her heart beats faster when she runs.
Futás közben gyorsabban ver a szíve.
The doctor listened to the patient's heart with a stethoscope.
He suffered a heart attack last year.
Learner examples
The heart moves blood in the body.
A szív keringeti a vért a testben.
My heart beats fast when I run.
Gyorsan ver a szívem, amikor futok.
She has a healthy heart.
The doctor checks my heart.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'heart' (the organ) with 'hurt' (to cause pain) because they sound similar.
Meaning
Main organ that pumps blood
Collocations
heart rate
|heart attack
|heart disease
|beat of the heart
Synonyms
cardiac organ (More technical term used in medical contexts.)
Antonyms
artificial heart (A mechanical replacement for the natural heart.)
Themes
health
|biology
|human body
|body
Definition
The organ in the body that moves blood around.
The muscular organ in humans and other animals that pumps blood through the circulatory system.
NOUN
B1
2
Usage pattern:
the heart of [something]
They live in the heart of London.
London szívében laknak.
The heart of the problem is poor communication.
A probléma lényege a rossz kommunikáció.
At the heart of the plan is a desire to help the community.
Learner examples
We live in the heart of the town.
A város szívében lakunk.
This is the heart of the story.
Ez a történet lényege.
The park is in the heart of the city.
Common mistake:
Some learners overuse 'heart' for 'center' even when 'center' is more literal and accurate.
Meaning
Central or most important part
Collocations
heart of the city
|heart of the matter
|at the heart
Synonyms
core (Refers to the innermost or most essential part, often interchangeable.)
Antonyms
edge (Refers to the outer limit or periphery, opposite of central part.)
Themes
geography
|metaphor
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The middle or most important part of something.
The central or most vital part of something, such as an area, issue, or object.
NOUN
B1
3
szív
A2
She has a good heart and always helps others.
Jó szíve van, és mindig segít másoknak.
His words broke her heart.
A szavai összetörték a szívét.
He spoke from the heart during his speech.
Learner examples
She has a warm heart.
Melegszívű.
He broke my heart.
Összetörte a szívemet.
I speak from my heart.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse literal and figurative uses, thinking 'heart' always refers to the physical organ.
Meaning
Center of emotions and feelings
Collocations
kind heart
|broken heart
|win someone's heart
Synonyms
spirit (Refers more broadly to one's inner self or character, not just emotions.)
Antonyms
coldness (Lack of warmth or affection.)
Themes
emotions
|relationships
Definition
A way to talk about feelings and kindness inside a person.
A figurative reference to a person's emotions, character, or capacity for compassion.
NOUN
A2
4
kőr
B1
I have three hearts in my hand.
Három kőr van a kezemben.
The queen of hearts is my favorite card.
A kőr dáma a kedvenc lapom.
He led with a heart in the first trick.
Learner examples
I play a heart card.
Kijátszom egy kőr lapot.
She has many hearts in her hand.
Sok kőr van a kezében.
The king of hearts is on the table.
Meaning
Playing card suit with red hearts
Collocations
ace of hearts
|queen of hearts
Synonyms
hearts suit (Full name used to specify suit in cards.)
Antonyms
spades (Another suit in playing cards, opposite in symbol and color.)
Themes
games
|arts_entertainment
|daily_life
Definition
One group of cards in a deck, marked with a red heart shape.
One of the four suits in a standard deck of playing cards, represented by a red heart symbol.
NOUN
A2
5
She drew a big red heart on the card.
Egy nagy piros szívet rajzolt az üdvözlőlapra.
Send me a heart emoji if you agree.
Küldj egy szívecske emojit, ha egyetértesz.
The necklace has a silver heart pendant.
Learner examples
I draw a red heart.
Piros szívet rajzolok.
He sends me a heart emoji.
Küld nekem egy szívecske emojit.
Her ring has a gold heart.
Meaning
Shape symbolizing love or affection
Collocations
draw a heart
|heart emoji
Synonyms
love symbol (Refers more generally to any symbol representing love.)
Themes
symbols
|emotions
|relationships
|communication
Definition
A simple picture shape used to mean love or romance.
A stylized shape resembling a human heart, often used to represent love, affection, or romance.
Grammar
Dictionary form
heart
IPA
GB/hˈɑɹt/
US/hˈɑɹt/
Syllables & stress
heart (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (heart)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: heart
- Plural: heart, hearts
Word family
Expressions
at heart
1/ˈæt hˈɑɹt/
fixed phrase
In true character or nature
Used to say what someone is really like inside, not how they act outside.
Examples
- He seems strict, but he's kind at heart.
- She's an adventurer at heart, even though she works in an office.
break someone's heart
1/bɹˈeɪk sˈʌmwˌʌnz hˈɑɹt/
idiom
Cause deep emotional pain
To make someone very sad, especially in love or friendship.
Examples
- It broke my heart to see her leave.
- He broke her heart when he ended the relationship.
cross my heart (and hope to die)
1/kɹˈɔs mˈaɪ hˈɑɹt ˈænd hˈoʊp tə dˈaɪ/
idiom
informal
Make sincere promise or swear truthfully
A phrase children often use to promise that what they say is true.
Examples
- I didn't take your book — cross my heart!
- Cross my heart, I'll be there on time.
from the bottom of my heart
1/fɹˈʌm ðə bˈɑtəm əv mˈaɪ hˈɑɹt/
fixed phrase
With complete sincerity and emotion
Used to say something with deep honesty and feeling.
Examples
- I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your help.
- From the bottom of my heart, I wish you happiness.
have a change of heart
1/hˈæv ə t͡ʃˈeɪnd͡ʒ əv hˈɑɹt/
idiom
Change opinion or feeling about something
To change your mind or how you feel about something.
Examples
- She had a change of heart and decided not to sell her house.
- I was going to quit, but I had a change of heart.