1. A compassionate, sensitive, or easily moved emotional disposition; a gentle and kind nature
She has a tender heart and cannot bear to see anyone suffering.
Ela tem um coração terno e não consegue suportar ver ninguém sofrendo.
2. Someone who is emotionally vulnerable or susceptible to being hurt
Beneath his tough exterior, he has a tender heart.
Sob sua aparência dura, ele tem um coração terno.