重み
Meanings
1
weight; heaviness
Physical weight or heaviness of an object.
This box has weight to it.
I felt the weight of the gold bar in my hand.
2
weight; gravity; importance; dignity
Abstract weight: seriousness, authority, or emotional impact of words, presence, or matters. Covers both 'weight of words' and 'importance/significance'.
His words carry weight.
That decision has historical significance.
The president's presence has dignity and gravity.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉の重みで〈動詞〉for something to happen under the weight of an object
The roof broke under the weight of the snow.
- 〈事〉に重みがあるfor something (words, a matter) to carry weight or significance
His words carry a lot of weight.
- 重みを増すfor something's importance or seriousness to grow
As he gained experience, his opinions carried more weight.
- 〈物〉の重みに耐えるto withstand the weight of something
This bridge can withstand the weight of heavy trucks.
- 〈物〉の重みを感じるto feel the weight (physical or figurative) of something
I feel the weight of my responsibility.