Meaning 1neutral; anatomy · 82%
The organ in the chest that pumps blood through the body.
Natural examples
Das Herz schlägt bei Bewegung schneller.
The heart beats faster during movement.
Der Arzt hörte ihr Herz mit einem Stethoskop ab.
The doctor listened to her heart with a stethoscope.
Ein gesundes Herz braucht regelmäßige Bewegung.
A healthy heart needs regular exercise.
Usage note
Herz is neuter; its plural is Herzen. Figuratively it can mean feelings or courage, but this entry means the organ.
Mini-lesson: Herz
The organ in the chest that pumps blood through the body. Herz is neuter; its plural is Herzen. Figuratively it can mean feelings or courage, but this entry means the organ.
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