Chinese
fùdān
Meaning: burden; to bear
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

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Example sentences

這筆醫療費用對那個家庭來說是沉重的負擔。
这笔医疗费用对那个家庭来说是沉重的负担。
This medical expense is a heavy burden for that family.
熬夜會加重身體的負擔。
Staying up late will increase the burden on the body.
許多大學生通過勤工儉學來減輕家庭的經濟負擔。
Many university students reduce their family's financial burden through work-study programs.
城市中心的房價一直在飆升,讓年輕人難以負擔。
House prices in the city center have been soaring, making it difficult for young people to afford.
這項新政策將會減輕廣大納稅人的負擔。
This new policy will reduce the burden on the broad mass of taxpayers.

Usage Notes

Refers to a heavy responsibility or load, often financial or psychological.

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