English Expression · Intermediate
beam reach
The point of sail where the wind is blowing directly onto the side of the vessel
Pronunciation: say beam reach
Meaning
The point of sail where the wind is blowing directly onto the side of the vessel
Example
We're sailing on a beam reach.
We're sailing on a beam reach.
Practice tips
- Practice beam reach out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.