IdiomFood & Drink
English
Englishhave a lot on one's plate
Meaning: To have many tasks or problems to deal with.
Example: “I'd love to help with the fundraiser, but I have a lot on my plate this month.”
Origin: A plate heaped with more food than one can manage. The figurative use dates from the first half of the 20th century.
Equivalents in other languages
French: Avoir sur les bras Literally: To have on one's arms
Dutch: op zijn bord krijgen Literally: To get on one's plate
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