idioms using “heart”

Break one’s heart

To make one very sad

“It breaks my heart to see all of the animals trapped in small cages at the zoo.”

Cross one’s heart

To assure someone you are telling the truth

“Please tell me who the new boss is. I won’t tell, cross my heart.”

Have a heart of gold

To be a kind and generous person

“Emiko-san has a heart of gold; she donates her time to several charities.”

Lose heart

To feel discouraged

“Ebata-san is losing heart and wonders if she can complete her master’s degree in just two more months.”

Take something to heart

To be greatly influenced by something (usually advice or criticism)

“Sekine-san listened carefully to the doctor and took his advice on nutrition to heart.”