Hebrew · Body & Health

לב

lev

Heart

Beginnernoun · masculine

Definition

The organ that pumps blood, also used for feelings.

Example

ריצה טובה ללב.

Running is good for the heart.

Etymology

The word 'לב' (lev) translates to 'heart' and comes from a root that symbolizes emotion and thought, reflecting its central role in human experience in Hebrew.

How & Where It’s Used

'לב' is used in both spoken and written contexts to refer to emotional and physical aspects, widely used in both formal and informal speech.

Literary Heritage

References to the heart appear frequently in poetic and religious texts, symbolizing love, faith, and inner knowledge.

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