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helmsman in German

helmsman in German is Steuermann, Rudergänger — helmsman means the person who steers a ship.

helmsman in German

Steuermann
noun
(nautical) A member of a ship's crew who is responsible for steering.
Rudergänger
noun
(nautical) A member of a ship's crew who is responsible for steering.

What does "helmsman" mean?

  1. noun The person who steers a ship.
    "The helmsman kept the boat steady through the rough waves."
  2. noun Figuratively, someone who leads or guides an organization or effort.
    "As helmsman of the party, he set its direction for a decade."
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helmsman in a sentence

  • The helmsman kept the boat steady through the rough waves.
  • As helmsman of the party, he set its direction for a decade.

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What is "helmsman" in German?

"helmsman" in German is Steuermann, Rudergänger. helmsman means: The person who steers a ship.

How do you use "helmsman" in a sentence?

Example: "The helmsman kept the boat steady through the rough waves." In German, "helmsman" is Steuermann, Rudergänger.

Are there other ways to say "helmsman" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "helmsman": Steuermann, Rudergänger.

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