be snowed under

[GUEST2008]

Hi

Does the phrase "be snowed under" most often (or always) mean that one has a lot of work, too much work?
So if someone says "I'm snowed under" should I understand it that he has a lot of work?

 

[emsr2d2]

It certainly means that he has a lot to do. It might not be work. It could be cleaning or homework or emails to answer or laundry etc etc.

 

[Tdol]

It normally means that they have so much work they're struggling to cope.

 

[GUEST2008]

Can I use this phrase in this context: If you take this job you’ll be snowed under every day.

 

[emsr2d2]

Can I use this phrase in this context: If you take this job you’ll be snowed under every day.

Yes. I'm not sure why anyone would take that job if they were told that in advance though!