posterior
adjectiveCEFR B2
What does “posterior” mean in English?
subsequent, later — coming after something in time or order
subsequent, later — coming after something in time or order (análisis posterior, fase posterior, investigación posterior)
Example sentences
Los detalles se acordarán en una reunión posterior.
The details will be agreed in a subsequent meeting.
El análisis posterior reveló varios errores.
The subsequent analysis revealed several errors.
Hablaremos del tema en una fase posterior.
We will discuss the issue in a later phase.
How to use it
'Posterior' means subsequent, later, or posterior. Invariable for gender. Used attributively before a noun (en una fecha posterior) or predicatively. Formal register. The adverb is 'posteriormente'. Contrasts with 'anterior' (prior/previous).
Common mistake
Don't use 'posterior' for the English 'back' in informal speech — 'posterior' is formal; use 'trasero/a' or 'de atrás' for colloquial 'back of something'.