expression, i-adjective
burdensome; heavy responsibility; too much to handle
Idiomatic expression meaning a task or duty feels like a heavy burden, beyond one's capacity or comfort. Often used when someone feels overwhelmed by an obligation.
このプロジェクトのリーダーは荷が重い。
Being the leader of this project is a heavy burden.
彼女にはその仕事は荷が重
That job is too much for her to handle.