trasero
“trasero” means “rear” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
rear
Also: back
📝 In Action
El asiento trasero del coche es muy cómodo.
A2The rear seat of the car is very comfortable.
Prefiero entrar por la puerta trasera para no hacer ruido.
B1I prefer to enter through the back door so I don't make noise.
El patio trasero es perfecto para las barbacoas de verano.
B1The backyard is perfect for summer barbecues.
bottom
Also: rear end, buttocks
📝 In Action
El bebé se cayó y se dio un golpe en el trasero.
A2The baby fell and got a bump on his bottom.
Me duele el trasero de estar sentado en esta silla tan dura.
B1My bottom hurts from sitting in this hard chair.
Hizo ejercicio para fortalecer los músculos del trasero.
B2He exercised to strengthen his butt muscles.
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In which sentence does 'trasero' mean 'rear end' or 'bottom'?
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Comes from the word 'tras,' an old way of saying 'behind' or 'after' in Spanish. This is related to the Latin word 'trans,' meaning 'across' or 'beyond.' So, 'trasero' literally means 'the thing that is behind.'
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'trasero' a rude word?
No, 'trasero' is not considered rude or vulgar. It's a common, everyday word for 'bottom' or 'rear end.' While it's informal, it's generally safe to use in most conversations. For a more clinical or formal term, you could use 'nalgas' or 'glúteos.' The word 'culo' is the one that is considered vulgar.
What's the difference between 'trasero' and 'de atrás'?
Both can mean 'back' or 'rear.' 'Trasero' is an adjective (el asiento trasero), while 'de atrás' is a phrase that works like an adjective (el asiento de atrás). They are often interchangeable, but 'trasero' can sound slightly more specific or technical.