Toting Meaning in English
word · lemma: tote
Definition
Carrying or transporting something, usually something heavy or awkward to move, especially by hand.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in informal or narrative contexts. Describes physically carrying something, often heavy or bulky, e.g., 'toting groceries', 'toting a backpack'. Can suggest effort or inconvenience. Not commonly used for transporting people.
Spanish: llevar (cargar) - transportarPortuguese (BR): carregar - levar (carregando algo)Portuguese (PT): carregar - levar (a carregar algo)Chinese (Simplified): 携带 - 扛Chinese (Traditional): 攜帶 - 扛Hindi: ले जाना - ढोनाArabic: يحمل - ينقلBengali: বয়ে নেওয়া - টেনে নেওয়াRussian: таскать - носитьJapanese: 運ぶ - 持ち運ぶVietnamese: mang vác - khiêngKorean: 들고 다니다 - 옮기다Turkish: taşımak - sürüklemekUrdu: اُٹھانا - لے جاناIndonesian: membawa - memikul
Example Sentences
He is toting his lunch to school every day.
basic
She was toting a heavy suitcase up the stairs.
basic
The workers are toting bricks to the construction site.
basic
She came in, toting bags full of groceries.
natural
Kids are always toting around their favorite toys.
natural
I was toting my backpack all day and my shoulders hurt.
natural