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VocabJLPT N2

to bear responsibility

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to carry on one's shoulder
2. to shoulder
3. to bear (a burden, responsibility, etc.)

This verb means to shoulder or bear responsibility, a role, or a burden. It is used in formal and serious contexts to describe someone taking on an important duty or mission.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My friend laughed and said, "Carrying it on your shoulder is actually kind of fun."

Sentence 2

It could be dangerous if you drop it, so carry the board on your shoulder and walk slowly.

Sentence 3

I'm done — I've been hauling this load on my shoulder and I'm about to cry!

Sentence 4

In the warehouse, workers carried parts cases on their shoulders as they moved around.

Sentence 5

If you need to take a break, don't sit down while still carrying the load on your shoulder.