expression, ichidan verb
to be convinced; to understand fully; to be satisfied
Describes a moment when something clicks emotionally or intellectually, often after initial doubt. Similar to 腑に落ちる but with a slightly more personal, heartfelt nuance.
See also: 腑に落ちる
彼の説明を聞いて、ようやく胸に落ちた。
After hearing his explanation, I was finally convinced.
その理由を考えたら、すべてが胸に落ちた。
When I thought about the reason, everything made sense.