English Dictionary

albatross around one's neck

名詞

比喩的用法 慣用表現

(idiomatic, figuratively) A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.

日本語の意味

成功を阻む重荷、呪縛、過去の負の遺産としての象徴。 / ある人の成功や発展を妨げる特性、所有物、付き合い、または過去の行いを指す比喩表現。

For many small businesses, a single lawsuit can become an albatross around one's neck, stifling growth for years.

多くの小規模事業にとって、たった一件の訴訟が成功を妨げる重荷となり、何年も成長を阻害することがある。

意味（1）

(idiomatic, figuratively) A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.

He bought the properties last year hoping to make a profit by reselling them; however, with the economic downturn, they have become an albatross around his neck.