Schlep: meaning, definitions and examples

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schlep

 

[ สƒlep ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

carrying heavy

To schlep means to carry or drag something heavy or cumbersome with effort. It often implies a sense of weariness or inconvenience associated with the act of transporting the item.

Synonyms

drag, haul, lug, tote

Examples of usage

  • I had to schlep all my luggage up the stairs.
  • He schlep his groceries from the store every week.
  • Don't make me schlep that heavy box!
  • She schlep the camping gear through the mud.
Context #2 | Noun

heavy load

A schlep can refer to a burden or a heavy load that needs to be carried or moved. This usage emphasizes the weightiness or difficulty involved in the task.

Synonyms

burden, load, weight

Examples of usage

  • Taking the schlep to the car was exhausting.
  • After that schlep, I need a break.
  • His schlep was full of books and equipment.

Translations

Translations of the word "schlep" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น arrastar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅ€เค‚เคšเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schleppen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menarik

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ัะณะฝัƒั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wlec

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅผ•ใใšใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท traรฎner

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arrastrar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรผrรผklemek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Œ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุณุญุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tรกhnout

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลฅahaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‹–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vleฤi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ draga

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐั€ั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒขแƒแƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงษ™kmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arrastrar

Etymology

The word 'schlep' originates from Yiddish, stemming from the verb 'shlepen', meaning to drag or pull. It reflects a common experience in Eastern European Jewish communities, particularly when speaking of carrying heavy items or feeling burdened by certain tasks. The term gained popularity in American English in the mid-20th century, especially in urban areas with significant Jewish populations. Its informal usage has since spread beyond its original ethnic context, making it a part of everyday vocabulary in American slang. The emotional connotation associated with 'schlep' often conveys a sense of weariness or frustration, making it a relatable term for various situations involving laborious movement or effortful tasks. As such, it has adapted over time and can describe both physical and metaphorical burdens, increasing its utility in modern language.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,546, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.