In German
Herz
Meaning: heart
Example sentences
Mein Herz schlägt sehr schnell.
My heart is beating very fast.
Sie hat ein großes Herz.
She has a big heart.
Der Arzt hört mein Herz ab.
The doctor listens to my heart.
Grammar note
“Das Herz” is neuter. The plural is “die Herzen”. In German, “Herz” is also used for kindness, as in “ein großes Herz” (a big heart).
Common mistake
Don't confuse “Herz” (heart) with “Herd” (cooker, stove). They sound similar, but the meaning is completely different.
Quick check
Which German word means “heart”?
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Practise it in a lesson →Frequently asked questions
What is the German for “stove”?
“Der Herd”.
What is the plural of “Herz”?
“Herzen”.