heart-to-heart
|heart/to/heart|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈhɑrt tə ˈhɑrt/
🇬🇧
/ˈhɑːt tə ˈhɑːt/
open sincerity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'heart-to-heart' originates from the English words 'heart' and 'to,' where 'heart' meant 'the seat of emotions' and 'to' indicated direction or relation.
Historical Evolution
'heart-to-heart' evolved from the phrase 'from heart to heart,' emphasizing direct emotional communication.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'from one heart to another,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'open and sincere.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40