Definitions
- Referring to the steering mechanism of a ship or boat. - Talking about the person who controls the direction of a ship or boat. - Describing the position or location of the steering mechanism on a ship or boat.
- Referring to the flat, movable piece at the back of a ship or boat that controls its direction. - Talking about the part of a ship or boat that is responsible for steering. - Describing the function of the flat, movable piece at the back of a ship or boat that controls its direction.
List of Similarities
- 1Both helm and rudder are used to control the direction of a ship or boat.
- 2Both are essential components of a ship or boat.
- 3Both are used in navigation and steering.
- 4Both require skill and expertise to operate effectively.
- 5Both are used to keep a ship or boat on course.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: The helm is typically located inside the ship or boat, while the rudder is located outside at the back.
- 2Function: The helm refers to the steering mechanism and the person controlling it, while the rudder specifically refers to the flat, movable piece that controls the direction.
- 3Size: The rudder is usually larger than the helm.
- 4Visibility: The rudder is more visible than the helm.
- 5Usage: The helm is used more frequently in nautical language, while the rudder is more commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Helm and rudder are both important components of a ship or boat that are used for steering and navigation. However, the difference between helm and rudder is their location, function, size, visibility, and usage. The helm refers to the steering mechanism and the person controlling it, while the rudder specifically refers to the flat, movable piece that controls the direction.
