Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wear one's heart on one's sleeve
idiom
/wɛr wʌnz hɑrt ɑn wʌnz slav/
Definition
To openly show your emotions and feelings instead of keeping them hidden.
Examples
- She wears her heart on her sleeve, so you can easily tell when she’s happy or sad.
- People who wear their hearts on their sleeves often form close connections with others.
Meaning
This phrase means that a person is not afraid to show their feelings or emotions, making them visible to others without reservation.
Synonyms
- show one’s feelings
- be open about emotions
- be vulnerable
