Translation of Japanese word "心" to English
心
こころ
[kokoro]
IPA: /kokoro/
Meaning
NounA muscular organ that pumps blood through the body, traditionally thought to be the seat of emotion.
How to use
心 (kokoro) — 'heart / mind / spirit / soul'. 心が温かい — warm-hearted. 心配 (shinpai) — worry / concern. 心から (kokoro kara) — from the heart / sincerely.
🇬🇧 English
heart / mind
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 心
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): こころ
Romaji Transcription: kokoro
Example Sentences
彼女の心は優しかった。
かのじょの こころ は やさしかっ た。
Her heart was kind.
心を入れ替えてみよう。
こころ を いれかえ てみよう。
Let's try to change our minds.
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Common phrases
- 心配する— to worry / be concerned
- 心から— from the heart / sincerely
Frequency rank: #143 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "心" mean?▼
The Japanese word "心" means "heart / mind" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "心"?▼
The word "心" is read as "こころ" (kokoro). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "A word that represents human emotions and ways of thinking.".
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