Pesadez (en. Heaviness)

/pe.sa.'ðes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Sensation of weight in the body.
I feel a heaviness in my legs after the walk.
Siento una pesadez en las piernas después de la caminata.
Burden or excessive weight in something.
The heaviness of the bag made it difficult to carry.
La pesadez de la bolsa hizo que fuera difícil transportarla.
State of a depressed mood or bad temper.
The heaviness of the atmosphere made everyone quiet.
La pesadez del ambiente hizo que todos estuvieran callados.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'pesa', which means 'weight'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

don't be a drag on me
don't bother me
no me hagas pesadez
heaviness in the heart
feeling of sadness or worry
pesadez en el corazón
heaviness in the stomach
sensation of digestive discomfort
pesadez de estómago

Related Words

to weigh
To feel or experience emotional burden.
pesar
heavy
That has a great weight or is difficult to carry.
pesado
oppressive
That causes a feeling of weight or distress.
opresivo

Slang Meanings

Emotional heaviness
Sometimes heaviness feels almost like depression.
A veces la pesadez se siente casi como una depresión.
Discomfort in a social situation
The heaviness of the conversation made everyone feel awkward.
La pesadez de la conversación hizo que todos se sintieran incómodos.
Psychological difficulty
The heaviness of work-related stress can be overwhelming.
La pesadez del estrés laboral puede ser abrumadora.