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Definition
To steer a ship, or metaphorically to steer the course of an organization and make decisions.
- to be at the helm; to steer a ship
- figurativeto make decisions; to lead or steer an organization
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How it's used
Metaphorically extends the literal act of steering a ship to any situation involving leadership or strategic direction. It is frequently used in business contexts to describe the person who holds the ultimate decision making power. The term carries a sense of responsibility and control over the future trajectory of an organization.
Examples
With him at the helm of the company, there will definitely be no problems.
Who do you think is the most suitable person to lead this project?
Related words
Common phrases
helmsman; person in charge
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
