How to Pronounce "at the helm"
expression
ˈæt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈhɛɫm
AT thuh HELM
ˈæt/ /ðə, ði/ /hˈɛlm
AT thuh HELM
Definition
In charge or in control of something, especially an organization or group. Originally refers to steering a ship but is now mostly used for leadership roles.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈhɛɫm
British English
ˈæt/ /ðə, ði/ /hˈɛlm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AT thuh HELM
UK
AT thuh HELM
Listen in Context
She is at the helm of the new project.
The president is at the helm during this crisis.
Who will be at the helm next year?
With Julia at the helm, the team reached new heights.