Meaning of the word "uneasy lies the head that wears the crown" in English
What does "uneasy lies the head that wears the crown" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
uneasy lies the head that wears the crown
US /ʌnˈiːzi laɪz ðə hɛd ðæt wɛrz ðə kraʊn/
UK /ʌnˈiːzi laɪz ðə hɛd ðæt weəz ðə kraʊn/
Idiom
a person who has great power and responsibility, such as a king or leader, is constantly worried and can never truly rest
Example:
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The CEO has been under immense pressure lately; truly, uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.
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After being elected as the team captain, he realized that uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.