burden
Translation
burden, load, onus
Examples
He carried a heavy burden on his back.
He carried a heavy burden on his back.
The financial burden of the new house was significant.
The financial burden of the new house was significant.
I don't want to be a burden to you.
I don't want to be a burden to you.
Grammar Patterns
a burden on/to ((sb.)) I don't want to be a burden to you.
the burden of ((sth.)) She carries the burden of responsibility.
to bear/carry a burden They had to bear a heavy financial burden.
Similar Words
Synonyms: load, weight, responsibility, hardship; Antonyms: relief, comfort, aid
Etymology
From Old English 'byrðen', related to the verb 'beran' (to bear, to carry).
Memory Tips
A 'burden' is something you have to 'bear'. The words sound similar and are related.