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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.”