Definition of helm

helmnoun

lãnh đạo

/helm//helm/

The word "helm" originated from the Old English word "hlām," which referred to the wooden frame that covered the head and protected it during battle. This framework supported a metal cap or mail coif that covered the rest of the head. Over time, the meaning of "helm" evolved as the use of wooden frames declined, and functional helmets came into fashion. By the 14th century, "helm" referred to the top portion of a suit of armor that covered the head, neck, and shoulders. It was also used as a general term to describe the headgear worn by a ship's captain, which helped protect them from the elements and served as a symbol of authority. The nautical usage of "helm" can be traced back to the mid-16th century when seafarers began referring to the ship's steering mechanism as the "handling-apparatus" or "helm." It's believed that this use of "helm" for ship's steering was directly influenced by the captain's protective headgear aboard ships as early as the 14th century. In summary, "helm" evolved from its origins as a protective wooden framework for the head in battle to a reference for functional armor worn during battle and a term for the headgear worn by a ship's captain. Its usage extended to refer to a ship's steering mechanism during the 16th century.

Summary
type danh từ
meaningđám mây tụ trên đỉnh núi (lúc có động bão) ((cũng) helm cloud)
meaning(từ cổ,nghĩa cổ) (như) helmet
meaningtay bánh lái, bánh lái (tàu thuỷ); khoang bánh lái
exampledown [with the] helm: lái con tàu đi theo dưới gió
exampleup [with the] helm: lái con tàu đi theo chiều gió
type ngoại động từ
meaninglái (con tàu)
meaningchỉ huy, dẫn dắt, điều khiển, lânh đạo
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in charge of an organization, project, etc.

phụ trách một tổ chức, dự án, v.v.

Example:
  • Sarah is at the helm.

    Sarah đang ở vị trí chỉ đạo.

  • The captain firmly grasped the helm as the storm raged on, guiding the ship through the turbulent waters with skill and determination.

    Vị thuyền trưởng nắm chặt tay lái trong khi cơn bão vẫn tiếp diễn, điều khiển con tàu vượt qua vùng nước dữ dội bằng sự khéo léo và quyết tâm.

  • The experienced sailor took control of the helm, expertly maneuvering the vessel through the narrow passageways of the canal.

    Người thủy thủ giàu kinh nghiệm đã nắm quyền lái, điều khiển con tàu một cách khéo léo qua những lối đi hẹp của kênh đào.

  • The ship's officer instructed the novice crew member on how to operate the helm, teaching her the finer points of steering the vessel with precision.

    Sĩ quan trên tàu hướng dẫn thành viên mới của đoàn thủy thủ cách vận hành bánh lái, dạy cô ấy những điểm tinh tế để lái tàu một cách chính xác.

  • The yacht's owner grabbed the helm and steered the craft towards the shoreline, observing the countryside with awe as the sun began to set.

    Chủ sở hữu du thuyền nắm lấy bánh lái và lái con tàu về phía bờ biển, ngắm nhìn cảnh đồng quê một cách đầy kinh ngạc khi mặt trời bắt đầu lặn.

controlling the direction in which a boat or ship moves

kiểm soát hướng di chuyển của thuyền hoặc tàu

Example:
  • The skipper remained at the helm all night.

    Người thuyền trưởng vẫn ở vị trí chỉ huy suốt đêm.

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Idioms

at the helm
in charge of an organization, project, etc.
  • Sarah is at the helm.
    • controlling the direction in which a boat or ship moves
  • The skipper remained at the helm all night.
    • take (over) the helm
    to take charge of an organization, project, etc.
  • Lucenti took over the helm when the previous director retired.
    • to begin controlling the direction in which a boat or ship moves