There is no rest for the weary Meaning in English

expression

US

THAIR iz noh REST fer THUH WEER-ee

UK

THAIR iz noh REST faw THUH WEE-ree

Definition

This expression means that people who are already tired still have more work or responsibilities, so they don't get a break.

Usage & Nuances

Informal; often used humorously or with resignation when you have lots to do despite being tired. Can refer to ongoing chores, work, or life's demands. Not usually used for acute exhaustion, but rather ongoing busyness.

• Spanish: no hay descanso para los cansados
• Portuguese (BR): não há descanso para os cansados
• Portuguese (PT): não há descanso para os cansados
• Chinese (Simplified): 劳累的人没有休息
• Chinese (Traditional): 勞累的人沒有休息
• Hindi: थके हुए के लिए कोई आराम नहीं है
• Arabic: المتعب لا راحة له
• Bengali: ক্লান্তদের কোনো বিশ্রাম নেই
• Russian: нет покоя усталым
• Japanese: 疲れた者には休みがない
• Vietnamese: người mệt mỏi không được nghỉ ngơi
• Korean: 지친 사람에게 쉴 틈이 없다
• Turkish: yorgunlar için dinlenme yok
• Urdu: تھکے ہوؤں کے لیے کوئی آرام نہیں
• Indonesian: tidak ada istirahat bagi yang letih

Example Sentences

I cleaned the house all day and now I have to cook. There is no rest for the weary.

basic

He worked overtime every night this week. There is no rest for the weary.

basic

Just when I finish my homework, my mom asks for help. There is no rest for the weary.

basic

I thought I could relax this weekend, but my boss called me in. There is no rest for the weary.

natural

Between work, taking care of the kids, and groceries, there is no rest for the weary.

natural

I just finished a big project and already have three more to start. There is no rest for the weary.

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