heartland
1 synonym for heartland, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The central region of a country or area, especially one seen as culturally or politically central.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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How to use heartland
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
agricultural heartland
industrial heartland
the political heartland
Etymology
From "heart" (in the figurative sense of "core" or "center") + "land."
Full origin of heartland →Frequently asked questions
What does “heartland” mean?
The word “heartland” means the central region of a country or area, especially one seen as culturally or politically central. In plain terms, the core or central part of a region, especially one viewed as representative of its traditional character.
How do you pronounce “heartland”?
“Heartland” is pronounced HAHT-luhnd (/ˈhɑɹtlənd/ in IPA).
How do you use “heartland” in a sentence?
Here is “heartland” used in a sentence: “The factory closures hit small towns across the industrial heartland hard.”
What part of speech is “heartland”?
“Heartland” is a noun.
Is “heartland” a common word?
“Heartland” is an uncommon word in modern English.
