schleppen

The German word "schleppen" is a verb meaning "to drag", "to haul", or "to lug". It often implies carrying or pulling something heavy or cumbersome over a distance.

Component words:

• "Schleppen" itself is a root verb and not composed of smaller meaningful base words (no separable prefix).

Similar words:

• ziehen (to pull)
• tragen (to carry)
• schleifen (to drag, grind)

Difference:

• Schleppen emphasizes effortful dragging or lugging, often over distance, often with some burden or difficulty.
• Ziehen simply means "to pull" and can be lighter or more general.
• Tragen means "to carry," typically lifting something rather than dragging on the ground.
• Schleifen can imply dragging but also grinding or smoothing (depending on context).