重たい

Physically heavy to lift, or figuratively serious and gloomy

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Other forms

重い omoi, common synonym

重たくない negative

重たかった past

重たくて te-form

1 I-adjective

Physically Heavy

This term stresses the subjective sensation of weight perceived by the person lifting or holding an object.

Example

この箱は思ったより重たい。

This box is heavier than I thought.

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2 I-adjective

Heavy / Gloomy (Figurative)

This conveys a sense of psychological burden, sluggishness, or an oppressive atmosphere.

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重たい

おもたい

Physically heavy to lift, or figuratively serious and gloomy

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