Schlep

Schlep is a Yiddish term that has been adopted into English. It’s a versatile verb that captures the idea of carrying or moving something with effort, often implying a sense of inconvenience or difficulty. When you use schlep, you’re describing a task that requires physical exertion or dragging yourself along. It can refer to lugging heavy objects, like carrying a bunch of groceries up a flight of stairs or hauling around a suitcase at the airport. It can also describe the act of moving yourself in a slow, sluggish manner, like when you’re feeling tired and have to motivate yourself to get out of bed. The beauty of schlep is that it adds a touch of humor and relatability to everyday situations.

It's a pretty handy word to use when you want to emphasize the effort or inconvenience involved in transporting something or yourself. It’s often used in a lighthearted or humorous way.