B1 — Intermediate⏳ Time & Life
Gli anni pesano
The years take their toll
Literal Translation
"The years weigh heavy"
What it means
Used to describe the physical and mental burden that comes with growing older.
Example in context
"Fa ancora lunghe passeggiate, anche se gli anni pesano."
"He still takes long walks, even though the years take their toll."
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