Schulter
shoulder
The word 'Schulter' is the German equivalent of the English word 'shoulder'. It is used to refer to the part of the body that connects the arm to the torso. In German, 'Schulter' is also used metaphorically, just like in English, to express burden or responsibility, as in 'jemandem eine schwere Last von den Schultern nehmen' (to take a heavy burden off someone's shoulders).
Example sentences using: Schulter
Er hat Schmerzen in der Schulter.
He has pain in the shoulder.
This phrase demonstrates the use of 'Schulter' in a simple statement where someone is experiencing pain in their shoulder.
Sie legte ihre Hand auf meine Schulter.
She put her hand on my shoulder.
Here, 'Schulter' is used to describe a physical action involving the shoulder. The preposition 'auf' is typically used with 'Schulter' when referring to placing or touching something on it.
Die Last auf seinen Schultern war schwer.
The burden on his shoulders was heavy.
This sentence uses 'Schulter' metaphorically to represent burdens or responsibilities. The plural 'Schultern' is used, which is common in idiomatic expressions where 'shoulders' symbolize strength or support.