English Word · Intermediate
stern
rear of a boat
Pronunciation: /stɜːn/
Meaning
The back end of a ship or boat.
Example
The captain stood at the stern.
The captain stood at the stern.
Practice tips
- Practice stern out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.