ichidan verb, transitive verb
Physically lifting and carrying something heavy upward, often with effort. Commonly used for objects like luggage, boxes, or equipment.
重い荷物を階段で担ぎ上げるのは大変だ。
It's tough to carry heavy luggage up the stairs.
They hoisted the large stone up to the top of the mountain.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
elevate to a high position; push someone into a role
Figurative use: to promote or install someone in a high position, often through flattery or manipulation. The person is metaphorically 'carried up' by others.
彼は周囲に担ぎ上げられて会長になった。
He was pushed into the chairman position by those around him.
お世辞で人を担ぎ上げるのはよくない。
It's not good to elevate someone through flattery.