This is the 11095th most frequent French word.
poupe
The rear or stern of a ship.
In this sentence, 'poupe' is used in its primary meaning, referring to the stern or rear part of a ship.
La poupe du bateau est ornée d'un drapeau.
The stern of the boat is decorated with a flag.
Here, 'poupe' is used mistakenly as 'poupée', which means 'doll'. This demonstrates a common misconception regarding similar sounding words.
La petite fille adore sa poupée aux cheveux blonds.
The little girl loves her doll with blonde hair.
'Poupe' is used accurately here in a maritime context to indicate the rear part of a vessel from where the captain operates.