German word

Helm

Pronunciation

IPA/hɛlm/

Meaning

  • masculine nounhelmet

Example

Auf dem Fahrrad trage ich immer meinen Helm.

I always wear my helmet when I'm riding my bike.

Illustration for Helm (helmet)

More examples

Auf der Baustelle besteht Helmpflicht, deshalb trage ich einen Helm.

Helmets are required at the construction site, so I wear a helmet.

Core concept

The head enclosed in a rigid protective covering that takes the force of a blow.

Common phrases

  • einen Helm tragen

    wear a helmet

  • einen Helm aufsetzen

    put on a helmet

Similar words

Fahrradhelm: Light, ventilated headwear designed to protect the head while cycling.
Schutzhelm: Safety headwear that protects the head during hazardous work or on dangerous sites.
Reithelm: Light protective headwear with a chin strap for riding a horse.
Bauhelm: Hard protective headwear used on construction sites to guard against falling objects.

Definition in German

Ein Helm ist eine feste Kopfbedeckung zum Schutz vor Verletzungen.

Word origin

Helm is an inherited Germanic noun from Old High German helm, ultimately from Proto-Germanic *helmaz.

Usage tips

  • German Helm normally means helmet, while English helm usually refers to command or a ship's steering position.

Related words

  • Helmpflichthelmet requirementnoun
  • Helmvisierhelmet visornoun
  • helmförmighelmet-shapedadjective

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