背負う
せおう / しょう
seou
verbVocabularyLevel 100 - JLPT N1
Quick answer
背負う (せおう (seou)) means "to carry on one's back". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
to carry on one's back
Also : to carry on (one's) back or shoulder(s)
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 背負う (せおう) means 'to be burdened with'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to be burdened with.
Example Sentences
まいにち、背負います。
まいにち、せおいます。
I like to carry on one's back.
私は背負います。
わたしはせおいます。
I can carry on one's back.
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