集装箱

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Overview

The term 集装箱 (jízhuāngxiāng) refers to large metal containers used primarily for transporting goods, especially in shipping and logistics. These containers are standardized for easy handling and transfer between ships, trucks, and trains.

Usage in Context

集装箱 is commonly used in contexts related to freight, shipping, and storage. It often appears in discussions about ports, logistics companies, and transportation infrastructure.

Common Collocations

  • 集装箱运输 (container transportation): refers to the process of moving goods using containers.
  • 集装箱 (container yard): the storage area where containers are stacked before loading or after unloading.
  • 集装箱 (container ship): a cargo ship designed to carry containers.

Notes

When using 集装箱, it is important to note that it specifically denotes the container itself, not the cargo inside. For cargo, terms like 货物 or 货物 are used. Avoid confusing 集装箱 with 包裹 (parcel) or 箱子 (box), which are smaller and less standardized.

Example Sentences

Containers are widely used for transporting goods by sea and land.

The container yard at the port is full of goods waiting to be loaded onto

This company specializes in manufacturing containers of various sizes.