De hartslag
Example: De hartslag versnelt tijdens het sporten en bij stress.
Definition
"De hartslag" refers to the heartbeat or pulse, which is the rhythmic contraction of the heart muscles that pumps blood throughout the body. It can be felt as a regular throbbing in arteries and typically increases during exercise or stress.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de hartslag" is composed of "hart," meaning heart, and "slag," meaning beat or strike. Together, they literally translate to 'heart beat.' This compound perfectly describes the pulsating action of the heart as it beats to circulate blood. Did you know that 'slag' can also mean a blow or hit, emphasizing the striking nature of each heartbeat?
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"De hartslag" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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