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UK//weɪ ɒn juː//US//weɪ ɑn ju//

Meaning of Weigh on you

to cause someone to feel troubled or burdened

In simple words: to make you feel worried or unhappy

Weigh on you in a sentence

  • The deadline is starting to weigh on me.
  • I can’t shake off the worries that weigh on me.
  • Financial issues really weigh on his mind.
  • It doesn't weigh on her as much as it does on him.
  • The news of the crisis weighs heavily on the community.

How to use Weigh on you

Used when something is bothering you. More common in informal contexts than formal ones.

Grammar pattern

weigh on + object

Memory hint

Imagine a heavy weight pressing down on your shoulders, causing worry.

Related words

Collocations with Weigh on you

  • weigh on someone's mind
  • weigh heavily on someone
  • weigh on someone's conscience

Synonyms for Weigh on you

Opposites of Weigh on you

Common mistakes with Weigh on you

  • Used with wrong subjects, like 'it weighs on me' instead of 'the problem weighs on me.'
  • Confused with 'weight on you' which is incorrect.
  • Used in passive voice erroneously.

Compare Weigh on you with Trouble, Bother, Worry, Burden

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Frequently asked questions about Weigh on you

What does Weigh on you mean?

to make you feel worried or unhappy

What is the definition of Weigh on you?

to cause someone to feel troubled or burdened

How do you use Weigh on you in a sentence?

The deadline is starting to weigh on me.

Can you give another example of Weigh on you?

I can’t shake off the worries that weigh on me.

What are synonyms for Weigh on you?

Common alternatives include trouble, bother, worry, burden, afflict.

What is the opposite of Weigh on you?

Opposite meanings include relieve, free, unburden.

What words go with Weigh on you?

It commonly pairs with weigh on someone's mind, weigh heavily on someone, weigh on someone's conscience.

What are common mistakes when using Weigh on you?

Used with wrong subjects, like 'it weighs on me' instead of 'the problem weighs on me.' Confused with 'weight on you' which is incorrect. Used in passive voice erroneously.

How do you pronounce Weigh on you?

US: //weɪ ɑn ju//, UK: //weɪ ɒn juː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Weigh on you?

Used when something is bothering you. More common in informal contexts than formal ones.