Meaning of the word "take something to heart" in English
What does "take something to heart" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
take something to heart
US /teɪk ˈsʌmθɪŋ tu hɑːrt/
UK /teɪk ˈsʌmθɪŋ tu hɑːt/
Idiom
to consider something seriously and be affected by it, often in a negative way
Example:
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Don't take his criticism to heart; he's just in a bad mood.
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She took the rejection to heart and was very upset for days.