hartstocht
passion; ardor
Intermediate Noun common
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Pronunciation
/ˈɦɑrt.stɔxt/
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Cultural Note
Hartstocht literally translates to 'heart-affliction' (hart + tocht), reflecting an older view of passion as something that overtakes you. It is more literary and intense than 'passie'. The adjective 'hartstochtelijk' (passionate) is commonly used in both romantic and general contexts.
📝 Example Sentences
Ze dansten met grote hartstocht.
They danced with great passion.
De hartstocht in hun relatie is nooit verdwenen.
The passion in their relationship never disappeared.