noun

lionheart

LEYE-uhn-hahrt

Lionheart (noun) means a person of exceptional courage and bravery. Example: “The wounded soldier was a true lionheart, refusing to give up.”

noun

A person of exceptional courage and bravery.

"The wounded soldier was a true lionheart, refusing to give up."

How to use lionheart

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA very brave, heroic person.

When to use it

Literary and somewhat old-fashioned; used for dramatic effect rather than everyday speech.

lionhearts plural

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The wounded soldier was a true _____, refusing to give up.

From lion plus heart, echoing the nickname of Richard I of England, "Richard the Lionheart."

heart sweetheart braveheart

What does “lionheart” mean?

The word “lionheart” means a person of exceptional courage and bravery. In plain terms, a very brave, heroic person.

How do you pronounce “lionheart”?

“Lionheart” is pronounced LEYE-uhn-hahrt (/ˈlaɪ.ən.hɑɹt/ in IPA).

How do you use “lionheart” in a sentence?

Here is “lionheart” used in a sentence: “The wounded soldier was a true lionheart, refusing to give up.”

What part of speech is “lionheart”?

“Lionheart” is a noun.