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shoulder

/ˈʃoʊl.dər/

The shoulder is the part of the human body where the arm connects to the trunk. It consists of a large joint that allows the arm to rotate and move in many directions.

例文

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1

I carry my heavy laptop bag on my right shoulder every day.

I use the joint on the right side of my upper body to support my computer bag daily.

2

The orthopedic surgeon evaluated the patient's range of motion in the shoulder joint.

The bone doctor checked how well the patient could move the connection point of their arm.

3

My shoulders are really stiff because I spent all day sitting at the computer.

The upper parts of my arms feel very tight because I did not move while working.

語族

名詞
shoulder
Verb
shoulder
形容詞
shouldered
関連
shoulder blade
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覚え方のコツ

Think of a 'Soldier' with strong 'Shoulders'. Both start with the 'S' sound and involve strength.

クイックテスト

He tapped me on the _____ to get my attention.

正解!

正解は: shoulder

例文

1

I carry my heavy laptop bag on my right shoulder every day.

everyday

I use the joint on the right side of my upper body to support my computer bag daily.

2

The orthopedic surgeon evaluated the patient's range of motion in the shoulder joint.

formal

The bone doctor checked how well the patient could move the connection point of their arm.

3

My shoulders are really stiff because I spent all day sitting at the computer.

informal

The upper parts of my arms feel very tight because I did not move while working.

4

The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint, which contributes to its high degree of flexibility.

academic

The anatomy of the arm connection allows it to move more freely than other joints.

5

Managers are often expected to shoulder the responsibility for their team's performance.

business

Leaders must take on the weight of being accountable for how their employees work.

語族

名詞
shoulder
Verb
shoulder
形容詞
shouldered
関連
shoulder blade

よく使う組み合わせ

shoulder pain discomfort in the upper arm joint
broad shoulders having a wide upper frame
shoulder blade the flat triangular bone at the back of the shoulder
shoulder strap a piece of fabric on a garment or bag that goes over the shoulder
shrug one's shoulders to raise the shoulders to show you do not know something

よく使うフレーズ

cold shoulder

to intentionally ignore or be unfriendly to someone

shoulder to cry on

a person who listens to your problems and gives sympathy

head and shoulders above

significantly better or more talented than others

よく混同される語

shoulder vs soldier

A soldier is a person who serves in an army, whereas a shoulder is a body part.

shoulder vs shudder

To shudder is to tremble or shake, while shoulder is a noun for a joint.

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使い方のコツ

The word 'shoulder' is primarily used as a noun for the body part, but it can also be used as a verb meaning to carry or take on a burden.

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よくある間違い

Learners sometimes confuse the spelling 'shoulder' with 'sholder' or the pronunciation with 'soldier' (/ˈsoʊl.dʒər/).

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覚え方のコツ

Think of a 'Soldier' with strong 'Shoulders'. Both start with the 'S' sound and involve strength.

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語源

Derived from the Old English 'sculdor', which comes from a West Germanic root referring to the flat bone of the shoulder.

文法パターン

Countable noun (singular: shoulder, plural: shoulders) Used with the preposition 'on' (e.g., 'on her shoulder') Can be used as a transitive verb (e.g., 'to shoulder the blame')
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文化的な背景

In many Western cultures, shrugging the shoulders is a common non-verbal gesture meaning 'I don't know' or 'I don't care'.

クイックテスト

He tapped me on the _____ to get my attention.

正解!

正解は: shoulder

Healthの関連語

nose

A1

The nose is the part of the face located above the mouth that you use for breathing and smelling. It contains nostrils which allow air to enter the respiratory system.

neck

A1

The part of the body that connects the head to the rest of the body. It supports the weight of the head and allows it to turn and move.

chest

A1

The chest is the upper front part of the human body between the neck and the stomach. It contains important organs like the heart and the lungs.

knee

A1

The joint between the thigh and the lower leg in humans. It is a vital part of the body that allows the leg to bend and supports the body's weight while standing or moving.

heart

A1

The organ in your chest that pumps blood through your body. It is also used to represent the center of your emotions, especially love.

cough

A1

A cough is a sudden, noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that usually happens involuntarily. It is often a symptom of a cold, the flu, or an irritation in the throat.

stomachache

A1

A pain in a person's stomach or the area around it. It is a common symptom often caused by eating too much, poor digestion, or a mild illness.

dizzy

A1

Dizzy describes a feeling where you feel like you are spinning or losing your balance. It often happens when you are sick or if you turn around in circles very quickly.

nausea

A1

Nausea is the feeling of being sick in your stomach and wanting to vomit. It often happens when you are ill, traveling in a car, or after eating bad food.

vomit

A1

Vomit is the food and liquid that comes out of your stomach through your mouth when you are sick. It is the physical substance produced after throwing up.

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