noun

le cœur

heart

C'est un organe du corps humain qui pompe le sang et permet de rester en vie.

The French word "cœur" translates to "heart" in English.

Meaning

Anatomical meaning: It refers to the muscular organ in the chest that pumps blood through the circulatory system.
Example: "Le cœur bat rapidement." – "The heart beats quickly."
Figurative meaning: It symbolizes emotions, especially love and compassion. It is often used metaphorically to represent feelings, courage, and the core or center of something.
Example: "Il a un bon cœur." – "He has a good heart."

Parts of the Word

The word "cœur" consists of four letters in French, including the ligature "œ," which is pronounced like the "e" in "her."

Synonyms

For the anatomical heart: organe cardiaque (cardiac organ), muscle cardiaque (cardiac muscle)
For the emotional meaning: âme (soul), centre émotionnel (emotional center)

Antonyms

There is no direct antonym as it's a unique organ and concept, but in emotional contexts, you might contrast it with words like indifférence (indifference) or froid (coldness).

Overall, cœur is a fundamental term in French, of both physical and symbolic importance.