Example: No dono l'abast amb totes les tasques que tinc avui.
Definition
"No donar l'abast" is a Catalan expression meaning to be overwhelmed or unable to keep up with the amount of work or tasks one has. It describes a situation where the demands exceed one's capacity to manage them effectively.
Translations
To be unable to keep up
No dar abasto
Het niet kunnen bijbenen
Ne pas suivre le rythme
Nicht hinterherkommen
Etymology
The expression "No donar l'abast" literally translates to 'not giving the reach' or 'not giving the supply.' It originates from the idea of not being able to extend one's hand far enough to reach or handle all tasks. This phrase figuratively evolved to describe being overwhelmed by workload.
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To be unable to keep up