trasero
/tɾaˈseɾo/
In Spanish, the word for 'bum' (referring to the buttocks) is trasero.
The term trasero refers specifically to the buttocks.
Meaning: informal: butt(ocks) specifically (noun)
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
trasero is a relatively polite or neutral way to refer to the buttocks compared to more vulgar slang terms.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of trasero is traseros, which translates to 'buttocks'.
How do you pronounce it?
/tɾaˈseɾo/
Did you know?
- The suffix -ero in trasero is often used in Spanish to indicate a person's profession, such as in panadero for 'baker'.
- While trasero is understood everywhere, people in Spain, Mexico and Argentina often prefer highly localized slang that can be offensive if used in the wrong country.
- While trasero is neutral, using the word atrás (the adverb for 'behind') can sometimes be used euphemistically to describe the same area in a very polite setting.
Examples in context
- Me duele el trasero de tanto sentarme.My butt hurts from sitting so much.
- El niño se cayó sobre su trasero.The boy fell on his butt.
- Siento un golpe en el trasero.I feel a hit on my butt.
Example conversation
Mateo and María are at a furniture store testing chairs.
- MateoEsta silla es muy dura para mi trasero.This chair is too hard for my bum.
- MaríaTienes razón, Mateo. Busca otra.You're right, Mateo. Look for another one.
- MateoPrefiero una que sea más suave.I prefer one that is softer.
- MaríaMira esa, parece muy cómoda.Look at that one, it looks very comfortable.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry trasero, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
