How to Say "rear end" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “rear end” is “trasero” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
NounA2informal
euphemistic for buttocks
Examples
El bebé se cayó y se dio un golpe en el trasero.
The baby fell and got a bump on his bottom.
Me duele el trasero de estar sentado en esta silla tan dura.
My bottom hurts from sitting in this hard chair.
Hizo ejercicio para fortalecer los músculos del trasero.
He exercised to strengthen his butt muscles.
Choosing the Right Word
Mistake: “Using 'culo' in a conversation where 'trasero' would be more appropriate.”
Correction: Be careful with synonyms! 'Culo' is very informal and often considered vulgar. 'Nalgas' or 'glúteos' are more formal or medical. 'Trasero' is a great, safe, everyday choice that most people use.
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