航运

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Meaning and Usage

"航运" specifically refers to the transportation of goods or passengers by sea, involving ships or vessels. It is commonly used in contexts related to maritime logistics, shipping companies, and global trade.

Common Collocations

  • 航运 (shipping industry): refers to the entire sector involved in maritime transport.
  • 国际航运 (international shipping): emphasizes cross-border sea transport.
  • 航运线路 (shipping routes): the paths ships take for transportation.

Usage Notes

"航运" is a formal term often used in business, economics, and logistics contexts. It differs from "运输" (transport) by specifically indicating sea or maritime transport rather than general transportation. When discussing air or land transport, other terms are preferred.

Common Confusions

Do not confuse "航运" with "航海" which means navigation or sailing, focusing more on the act of navigating a vessel rather than the transport service itself.

Example Sentences

This company specializes in international shipping and owns several large

The development of the shipping industry plays an important role in global

Due to bad weather, the shipping routes were forced to suspend operations.