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aft in German

aft in German is achtern, Heck — aft means at or toward the back (stern) of a ship, boat, or aircraft.

aft in German

achtern
adv
(nautical) At, near, or towards the stern of a vessel (with the frame of reference within the vessel).
Heck
noun
(nautical) The rear part (after end) of a ship or other vessel.

What does "aft" mean?

  1. adv At or toward the back (stern) of a ship, boat, or aircraft.
    "The captain walked aft to watch the sunset from the back of the boat."
  2. adj Located at the rear of a boat, ship, or plane.
    "Store the spare ropes in the aft locker near the stern."
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aft in a sentence

  • The captain walked aft to watch the sunset from the back of the boat.
  • The crew moved aft to check the engine room.
  • Store the spare ropes in the aft locker near the stern.
  • The aft cabin had the best view of the wake.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "aft" in German?
"aft" in German is achtern, Heck. aft means: At or toward the back (stern) of a ship, boat, or aircraft.
How do you use "aft" in a sentence?
Example: "The captain walked aft to watch the sunset from the back of the boat." In German, "aft" is achtern, Heck.
Are there other ways to say "aft" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "aft": achtern, Heck.
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