1. A life characterized by difficulty, struggle, hardship, and adversity
After losing his job, he had a hard life for several years.
Depois de perder o emprego, ele teve uma vida difícil por vários anos.
2. A life that requires significant effort, endurance, and perseverance to overcome challenges
She came from a hard life but managed to become a successful lawyer.
Ela veio de uma vida difícil, mas conseguiu se tornar uma advogada bem-sucedida.