This is the 3109th most frequent Korean word.
가슴이
"가슴이" means "chest" or "heart" (physical or emotional context).
In this sentence, '가슴이' refers to the emotional response felt in one's chest, metaphorically indicating a profound emotional impact.
그 소식을 듣고 가슴이 벅차올랐다.
My heart swelled with emotion upon hearing the news.
Here, '가슴이' represents an emotional discomfort or pain, metaphorically tied to the physical sensation in the chest.
그 장면을 보고 가슴이 아팠다.
My heart ached upon seeing that scene.
In this case, '가슴이' refers to the physical sensation in the chest caused by excitement or a similar emotion.