こう

koubu
Common N2 noun

Translations

1. rear
2. back part

Notes

The term '後部' is often used in contexts involving vehicles or structures to refer to the back or rear section.

Examples

くるまこうもつきました。

Kuruma no koubu ni nimotsu o okimashita.

I placed the luggage in the rear of the car.

こうこうせきしずかです。

Hikouki no koubu zaseki wa shizuka desu.

The rear seats of the airplane are quiet.

ふねこうって、しきたのしんだ。

Fune no koubu ni tatte, keshiki o tanoshinda.

I stood at the back of the ship and enjoyed the view.