English Expression · Intermediate
white boat
A superyacht
Pronunciation: say white boat
Meaning
A superyacht.
Example
Nobody can say precisely how many of Putin's associates own superyachts—known to professionals as “white boats”—because the white-boat world is notoriously opaque.
Nobody can say precisely how many of Putin's associates own superyachts—known to professionals as “white boats”—because the white-boat world is notoriously opaque.
Practice tips
- Practice white boat 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.