Hearth: meaning, definitions and examples

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hearth

[ ˈhɑːrθ ]

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fireplace

The floor of a fireplace, usually of stone, brick, etc., often extending into a room and serving as a hearth.

Synonyms

fire pit, firebox, fireplace

Examples of usage

The logs crackled and popped on the hearth.
She sat by the hearth, warming her hands.

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home

The home or family, as the central source of warmth and nourishment.

Synonyms

family, home, household

Examples of usage

The hearth is the heart of the home.
She welcomed us into her hearth and home.

Translations

Translations of the word "hearth" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lareira

🇮🇳 चूल्हा

🇩🇪 Herd

🇮🇩 perapian

🇺🇦 вогнище

🇵🇱 kominek

🇯🇵 暖炉 (だんろ)

🇫🇷 foyer

🇪🇸 hogar

🇹🇷 ocak

🇰🇷 난로

🇸🇦 موقد

🇨🇿 krb

🇸🇰 krb

🇨🇳 壁炉 (bìlú)

🇸🇮 kamin

🇮🇸 arnur

🇰🇿 ошақ

🇬🇪 ბუხარი

🇦🇿 ocaq

🇲🇽 hogar

Word origin

The word 'hearth' originated from Old English 'heorþ', meaning a part of the floor of a house which is exposed to heat and light from a fire. The hearth has historically been a symbol of warmth, comfort, and family, as it was the center of the home where food was cooked and families gathered. Over time, the concept of hearth has evolved to represent not just the physical fireplace, but also the emotional center of a household.