B1 — Intermediate👁️ Body Parts
Portare il peso sulle spalle
To carry the weight on one's shoulders
Literal Translation
"To carry the weight on one's shoulders"
What it means
To carry the weight on one's shoulders. Describes carrying a heavy responsibility or burden, often for others. Used in emotional or family contexts.
Example in context
"Da quando è morto suo padre, porta tutto il peso della famiglia sulle spalle."
"Since his father died, he carries the whole weight of the family on his shoulders."
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