This is the 9638th most frequent Japanese word.
胸元
The area around the chest or neckline.
In this sentence, "胸元" refers to the upper chest area of the body, used figuratively to indicate inner feelings or emotional state.
彼は胸元に手を当てて心を落ち着かせた。
He placed his hand on his chest to calm his heart.
Here, "胸元" indicates the general upper chest or neckline area where ornamental accessories or attire might be located.
胸元の飾りがとても綺麗ですね。
The adornment on your chest is very beautiful.
In this usage, "胸元" refers to the neckline or upper chest area of clothing, highlighting a specific design characteristic.