expression, i-adjective
heavy-footed; slow of foot
Describes literal physical heaviness or sluggishness in the legs, often from fatigue or reluctance to walk.
疲れて足が重い。
I'm tired and my legs feel heavy.
長い距離を歩いた後は、足が重くて動けなかった。
After walking a long distance, my legs were so heavy I couldn't move.
expression, i-adjective
reluctant; unwilling; disinclined
Figurative use: feeling reluctant to go somewhere or do something, as if one's feet are heavy. Often used when one doesn't want to go to a place or event.
See also: 気がすすまない
気が進まなくて、足が重い。
I'm reluctant and my feet feel heavy.
彼は会議に行くのが嫌で、足が重かった。
He didn't want to go to the meeting, so his feet felt heavy.