schleppern
Translation
to drag, to haul, to lug
Examples
Er musste die schweren Kisten nach Hause schleppern.
He had to lug the heavy boxes home.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to drag/lug (sth.) He had to lug the heavy suitcase.
Similar Words
Synonyms: schleppen, ziehen (to pull), zerren (to tug)
Etymology
A variant or intensive form of 'schleppen' (to drag).
Memory Tips
Think of the work a 'Schlepper' (tractor) does. It's a more forceful, laborious kind of dragging.