yacht
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //jɒt//
KK: /jɑt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To travel on a yacht, typically for leisure or sport.
Example
They decided to yacht around the Mediterranean for their vacation.
Tense Forms
Past: yachted
Past Participle: yachted
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how amazing it would be to yacht around the coast?
That sounds incredible! I would love to try that someday.
Yeah, I can just imagine the wind in my hair while we yacht through the waves.
Exactly! It would be such a relaxing adventure.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sail
cruise
race
Antonyms
drift
anchor
moore
noun
Definition
A type of boat that is often used for leisure activities, such as sailing or cruising, and can be powered by sails or motors.
Example
They spent the weekend sailing on their new yacht.
Conversation
Did you see the new yacht that just arrived at the marina?
Yeah, it's huge! I heard it's got a hot tub on board.
That sounds amazing! I would love to go out on a yacht like that for a weekend.
Root Explanation
Yacht → The word 'yacht' originates from the Dutch word 'jacht', meaning 'hunt' or 'hunting'. It referred to a light, fast sailing vessel used for pleasure or racing, originally designed for chasing pirates.
Memory Tip
Imagine a swift boat used for 'hunting' on the water — that's how 'yacht' connects to its Dutch roots.
Visually Confused Words
yasht
pacht