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shoulder

Pronunciation: [ˈʃoʊldər]

Word

Learn how to use shoulder in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “body parts”

(noun) the part of your body where your arm connects to your body. It's located at the top of your arm and allows you to lift and move your arms.

Example

She carried the heavy bag on her shoulder without any trouble.

Example

He felt no pain in his shoulder after his workout; it was completely fine.

Example

Can you touch your shoulder with your other hand?

Context: “responsibility”

(verb) to take on a responsibility or duty. It's like when you say you will take care of something important or help someone.

Example

He shouldered the responsibility for the project all by himself.

Example

She didn't shoulder her duties and left everything for her friends to handle.

Example

Are you going to shoulder the work for the team?

Context: “support”

(noun) the physical area where someone can lean or rest. Like how you might lean against a friend or a wall for support.

Example

When she was feeling sad, he offered her his shoulder to cry on.

Example

He didn't have a shoulder to lean on during tough times, which made it harder.

Example

Who can you trust to be there for you, like a shoulder to lean on?

How to pronounce shoulder

Pronunciation: [ˈʃoʊldər]

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