No. 1,406 in German
herz
Heart.
In a sentence
Mein Herz schlägt schneller, wenn ich an sie denke.
My heart beats faster when I think of her.
Here, 'Herz' is used literally to refer to the physical organ, the heart.
Er hat ein gutes Herz und hilft immer, wenn jemand in Not ist.
He has a kind heart and always helps when someone is in need.
In this sentence, 'Herz' metaphorically refers to one's capacity for kindness and empathy.
Ich lege mein Herz in alles, was ich tue.
I put my heart into everything I do.
In this instance, 'Herz' symbolizes dedication and passion for one's actions.
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