Pin (one's) heart on (one's) sleeve In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "pin (one's) heart on (one's) sleeve", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Katie Anh calendar 2022-07-13 11:07

Meaning of Pin (one's) heart on (one's) sleeve

Pin (one's) heart on (one's) sleeve spoken language verb phrase

To openly express one's emotions or sentiments towards someone.

Everyone knows Jim has a crush on Elsa cuz he always pins his heart on his sleeve.

I think Sam like you. Has he ever pined his heart on his sleeve?

If you really like Susan, pin your heart on your sleeve.

I like James' frankness. If he has a crush on someone, he always pins his heart on his sleeve.

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To have the right to speak at a formal event

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To cause someone to feel sad, depressed and hopeless.

Grammar and Usage of Pin (one's) heart on (one's) sleeve

Verb Forms

  • pin (one's) heart on (one's) sleeve
  • pins (one's) heart on (one's) sleeve
  • pined (one's) heart on (one's) sleeve
  • pining (one's) heart on (one's) sleeve
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