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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