das Herzensthema
Translation
a topic close to one's heart, passion project, pet subject
Examples
Umweltschutz ist ihr Herzensthema.
Environmental protection is a topic close to her heart.
Er sprach über sein Herzensthema.
He spoke about his passion project.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((is)) ((sb.'s)) ((passion project)) sth. is sb.'s passion project Animal welfare is my passion project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Leidenschaft (passion), Lieblingsprojekt (favorite project)
Etymology
Composed of 'Herzens' (of the heart) and 'Thema' (theme/topic). Literally, a 'topic of the heart'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'heart's theme'. It's the one subject or project that someone is truly passionate about.