Meaning of the word "someone's heart sinks" in English
What does "someone's heart sinks" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
someone's heart sinks
US /ˈsʌm.wʌnz hɑːrt sɪŋks/
UK /ˈsʌm.wʌnz hɑːt sɪŋks/
Idiom
if someone's heart sinks, they feel disappointed or sad
Example:
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When I saw the long queue, my heart sank.
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Her heart sank when she realized she had lost her passport.