Likod

back; rear; backsidenoun

Alternative meanings

The posterior part of the human or animal body, from the neck toward the lower back; it can also refer to the back part or reverse side of something depending on context.

Pronunciation

LEE-kod

Root and affixes

Common word for back, behind, or rear part. For body parts, it directly means the back.

Variants or conjugations

likod; sa likod; luyo; rear side; back of the body

Related words and expressions

body; neck; shoulder; chest; stomach; behind; bone

Meaning and usage notes

Likod is the direct word for back of the body. For location behind something, sa likod or luyo can also be used. For the reverse or rear part of an object, likod can also work depending on context.