"Schlep" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Schlep" Meaning

To carry or drag along, often wearily or reluctantly, especially heavy or cumbersome things. Example: "I had to schlep my overstuffed suitcase all the way to the checkout counter."

"Schlep" Examples

Usage Examples of "Schlep"

1. Meaning:

Carry or move something, especially something heavy, often with difficulty or reluctance.
To bring someone or something somewhere, often on a long and tiring journey.

2. Example 1:

"After a long day, I had to schlep all the groceries up the stairs." (Here, the speaker is uncomfortable with the task of carrying the heavy groceries.)
"My family had to schlep our luggage all the way to the hotel." (Here, the speaker emphasizes the tiredness and difficulty of carrying the luggage.)
3. Example 2:

"I don't want to schlep my cat to the vet, but it needs a check-up." (Here, the speaker is showing reluctance to take the cat to the vet.)
4. Example 3:

"The moving company will schlep your belongings to the new apartment." (Here, one company is dealing with the heavy work of moving, while showing the duties involved.)
5. Example 4:

"After dealing with the bureaucracy, I feel like I have to schlep through the paperwork for weeks." (Here, the speaker is complaining about the length and difficulty of dealing with the paperwork.)