A2Emotions
Jemandem das Herz brechen
To cause someone deep emotional pain, usually due to disappointment in love or betrayal
In German
Jemandem das Herz brechen
YAY-man-dem das HAIR-ts BRECH-en
Literal Translation
Literal TranslationTo break someone's heart
Meaning
MeaningTo cause someone deep emotional pain, usually due to disappointment in love or betrayal.
Equivalent:"To break someone's heart"
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Seine Entscheidung, sie zu verlassen, brach ihr das Herz.
His decision to leave her broke her heart.
- 2
Ich will dir nicht das Herz brechen, aber ich muss dir die Wahrheit sagen.
I don't want to break your heart, but I have to tell you the truth.
FAQ
How do you say "To cause someone deep emotional pain, usually due to disappointment in love or betrayal" in German?
"To cause someone deep emotional pain, usually due to disappointment in love or betrayal" in German is "Jemandem das Herz brechen" (YAY-man-dem das HAIR-ts BRECH-en). Example: Seine Entscheidung, sie zu verlassen, brach ihr das Herz..
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YAY-man-dem ine SHLAK for den KOPF GAY-ben
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