French · Body & Health
epaule
shoulder
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
The joint between the arm and the upper body.
Example
Il s'est blesse a l'epaule en jouant au rugby.
He injured his shoulder playing rugby.
Etymology
'Épaule' originates from the Latin 'spalda', which referred to the shoulder. The term has been retained through the evolution of French to refer to this body part.
How & Where It’s Used
'Épaule' is used in both medical and everyday contexts, suitable for both formal and informal conversations. It is consistently recognized in all Francophone regions.