When to use Shoulder in Korean

When to use it

The shoulder (어깨) is the body part between your neck and your arm. You use this word when talking about pain, carrying a bag, touching someone’s shoulder, or body posture. It is a very common everyday word.

Example sentences

1. 집에서 청소했더니 어깨가 아파요.

   My shoulder hurts after cleaning at home.

2. 가방이 무거워서 어깨가 아파요.

   My shoulder hurts because my bag is heavy.

3. 엄마가 제 어깨를 주물러 줘요.

   My mom rubs my shoulder.

4. 선생님이 어깨를 펴라고 말해요.

   The teacher tells us to straighten our shoulders.

5. 밖이 추워서 어깨를 으쓱했어요.

   It was cold outside, so I shrugged my shoulders.

6. 여행 갈 때 카메라를 어깨에 메요.

   I carry a camera on my shoulder when I travel.