This is the 2320th most frequent Dutch word.
schouders
"Schouders" means "shoulders" in English.
In this sentence, 'schouders' refers to the anatomical shoulders used in the physical gesture of shrugging.
Hij haalde zijn schouders op.
He shrugged his shoulders.
Here, 'schouders' symbolizes responsibility or capability, emphasizing a metaphorical use.
We moeten samen de lasten op onze schouders dragen.
We must carry the burdens on our shoulders together.
In this context, 'schouders' refers to the physical location on which the bag is resting.