What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
yachtmen
Example
The yachtmen were busy preparing the boat for the race. [yachtmen: noun]
Example
He is a skilled yachtman who has sailed across the Atlantic. [yachtman: noun]
skipper
Example
The skipper skillfully navigated the boat through the rough waters. [skipper: noun]
Example
She learned how to skipper a small sailboat during her summer camp. [skipper: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Skipper is more commonly used than yachtmen in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between yachtmen and skipper?
Skipper is more formal than yachtmen and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while yachtmen is typically associated with a more casual and informal tone.
