The forward or front part of a boat is called the bow.

Bow of a boat called. When looking towards the bow the left-hand side of the boat is the port side. The bottom of the boat is called hull. The Sea is referred to as being masculine but what sails across the Old Man.

Bimini A canvas or composite hard top attached to a boat to provide protection from sun and rain. The right side of a boat when youre seated and looking forward. Typically a small bunk or bed.

The term berth refers to sleeping quarters in a boat. Of a boat is called the bow while the rear of a boat is called the stern. The helm was on the right side and would have been a hinderance while mooring.

The design of the hull can vary from one boat to other. The rower closest to the bow of the boat is usually called either bow or the bowman. Many centuries ago ships were always moored on the left side.

The bow is simply the front of the boat The bow has a pointed front that cuts a path through the water. What is the berth on a boat. As the boat moves ahead this is the forward portion of the boat.

The term Bow is universal for all types of watercraft whether is a canoe kayak or boat. And starboard is the corresponding word for the right side of a boat. The rear part of a boat is called the stern.