Take heart

Meaning

The idiom "take heart" means to be reassured or comforted, especially when facing difficulty or uncertainty.

Usage

• "I know this is a tough time for you, but take heart - things will get better soon."
• "Despite the setbacks, she continued to work hard and never lost hope. Take heart, you can do it too!"
• "The news may be scary right now, but don't worry - everything will turn out just fine. Take heart, we're all in this together."
• "She was nervous about taking the test, but her teacher's words of encouragement gave her the courage to keep going. Take heart, you can pass this!"
• "Don't let fear hold you back from pursuing your dreams. Take heart, there are plenty of opportunities out there waiting for you."

Roots and History

The idiom "take heart" originated in the early 17th century as a way to give encouragement or reassurance to someone who was feeling down. It comes from the literal meaning of taking one's heart, which refers to being filled with hope and courage.

Synonyms in English

• "Take comfort"
• "Be encouraged"
• "Take solace"
• "Be reassured"
• "Take courage"

Synonyms in other languages

• French: "Rassurer" - meaning to reassure or calm down.
• Spanish: "Alejar la dolencia" - meaning to distance oneself from pain or suffering.
• German: "Denken Sie nicht an alles" - meaning not to worry about everything.
• Italian: "Pensa alle cose buone" - meaning to think about the good things.
• Japanese: "思い出す" - meaning to recall happy memories.

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