背負う
Reading: せおう
Meaning: to carry on one's back, to shoulder (responsibility)
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Example Sentence
重い 荷物 を 背負って 歩く
I walk while carrying heavy baggage on my back.
Usage Notes
Can be literal (carrying on back) or figurative (bearing responsibility).
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