Schlep
Feb 21, 2024•45 sec•Ep. 2345
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Episode description
Schlep is a verb that means to haul or carry in an awkward way.
Our word of the day comes from the Yiddish word ‘shepn’ (SHLEP - in.) which means ‘to drag.’ Its English offspring has been around since the early 20th century. Here’s an example:
Next year when we go on vacation, I think I’ll leave my computer at home. It’s too much trouble to schlep that thing all the way to Florida.
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