English Expression · Intermediate
sail fine
To sail as close to the wind as possible
Pronunciation: say sail fine
Meaning
To sail as close to the wind as possible.
Example
The captain ordered the crew to sail fine to make the most of the light breeze.
The captain ordered the crew to sail fine to make the most of the light breeze.
Practice tips
- Practice sail fine 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.