Szívem

Szívem is the first-person singular possessive form of the Hungarian noun szív, meaning "my heart." It translates to "my heart" in English and is used to refer to one’s own emotional state or to address a loved one in an affectionate way. The phrase is common in everyday speech, literature, and music, where it often conveys tenderness or emotional immediacy.

Linguistically, szív means the heart in both a literal and a metaphorical sense. Szívem is created by adding the possessive suffix to szív, yielding a direct and intimate expression. Because Hungarian possesses a rich system of possessive forms, szívem is most frequently encountered in personal, emotive contexts rather than in formal prose.

Usage and connotations: szívem can function as a term of endearment when spoken to a partner, family member, or close friend. It is also used to emphasize emotional states in poetry and songs, contributing to themes of love, longing, or vulnerability. In everyday communication, variations such as szíved (your heart) or szíve (his/her heart) exist, but szívem remains tied to the speaker’s own heart and feelings.

See also: szív, érzelem, magyar nyelv, líra.