perätä

Perätä is a Finnish word that can refer to several related concepts, primarily concerning the rear or stern of something, particularly a vehicle or vessel. In its most common usage, it denotes the rear end of a car, the part that includes the trunk, taillights, and bumper. This is the most frequent understanding in everyday conversation when discussing vehicles.

Beyond automobiles, perätä can also describe the stern of a boat or ship. This refers to the rearmost section of the hull. In this context, it's the opposite of "keula," which means the bow or prow. The specific design and features of a boat's perätä are important for its stability, maneuverability, and the placement of engines or other equipment.

The word can also be used more generally to mean "behind" or "at the back." For instance, one might say something is "perällä" which translates to "at the back" or "in the rear." This broader application highlights the core meaning of the word as indicating a posterior position. While not as common as its automotive or nautical meanings, this general usage reinforces the fundamental concept of rearward location.