Corazón (en. Heart)

/koɾaˈθon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Muscular organ of the human body that pumps blood.
The heart is vital for blood circulation.
El corazón es vital para la circulación sanguínea.
Emotional center of a person.
That song touches my heart.
Esa canción me toca el corazón.
Central part of something.
The heart of the problem is the lack of communication.
El corazón del problema es la falta de comunicación.

Etymology

From Latin 'cor, cordis', meaning 'heart'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

heart of stone
Refers to someone who is insensitive or emotionally cold.
corazón de piedra
to have a good heart
Means to be a kind or generous person.
tener un buen corazón
to sing with heart
Indicates singing with great emotion or passion.
cantar con el corazón

Related Words

hunch
Feeling or intuition about something.
corazonada
broken heart
Feeling of sadness and heartbreak after a separation.
corazón roto
little heart
Diminutive of heart, used in affectionate contexts.
corazoncito

Slang Meanings

Reference to a romantic attraction.
She is my heart.
Ella es mi corazón.
Used to express affection.
Hello, sweetheart! How are you?
¡Hola, corazón! ¿Cómo estás?
Someone who is very much in love.
He is lovesick over that girl.
Está como un corazón por esa chica.