at the helm

idiom
UK: /æt ðə helm/
US: /æt ðə helm/

  1. In control or in charge of an organization or project.

    1. She is at the helm now.
    2. After the founder's retirement, a new CEO stepped in at the helm of the company.

  2. Directing or guiding something, like a ship or a company.

    1. He is at the helm of the ship.
    2. She remained at the helm, expertly navigating the company through turbulent economic waters.

Synonyms

in control leading

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "at the helm" in English means: In control or in charge of an organization or project., Directing or guiding something, like a ship or a company..

The phonetic transcription of "at the helm" is /æt ðə helm/ in British English and /æt ðə helm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "at the helm": in control, leading.

Example usage of "at the helm": "She is at the helm now.". More examples on the page.