German · Body & Health
Herz
Heart
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The organ that pumps blood.
Example
Das Herz schlägt schnell.
The heart is beating fast.
Etymology
'Herz' originates from the Old High German 'herza,' which can be traced to the Proto-Germanic '*hertō' and the Proto-Indo-European '*ḱerd-,' meaning heart.
How & Where It’s Used
'Herz' is used in both medical language and everyday conversation, recognized universally, with no significant regional differences.
Literary Heritage
'Herz' appears in numerous poems and songs, highlighting themes of love, such as in the famous German folk song 'Herz, mein Herz.'