How to Say "aft" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “aft” is “popa” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
the rear direction on a vessel
Examples
El capitán se sentó en la popa para pescar.
The captain sat at the stern to fish.
El nombre del barco está escrito en la popa.
The name of the boat is written on the stern.
Nuestro nuevo negocio va viento en popa.
Our new business is going swimmingly (sailing smoothly).
Always Feminine
Even though it doesn't refer to a person, 'popa' is always feminine. You must always use 'la' or 'una' with it.
Location Phrases
To say something is 'at the back' of the boat, use the phrase 'en la popa'.
Avoid 'el popa'
Mistake: “Me gusta sentarme en el popa.”
Correction: Me gusta sentarme en la popa. (Nouns ending in 'a' are almost always feminine in Spanish).
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