Meaning and Usage
"造船" (ぞうせん) specifically refers to the process or industry of building ships. It is a compound of "造" (to make/build) and "船" (ship). This term is commonly used in industrial and economic contexts.
Common Contexts
You will often see "造船" in discussions about industries, companies, and technologies related to ship manufacturing. It can refer to both the physical act of building ships and the broader shipbuilding industry.
Collocations and Patterns
- 造船業 (ぞうせんぎょう): shipbuilding industry; used when talking about the business or economic sector.
- 造船会社 (ぞうせんがいしゃ): shipbuilding company; refers to companies specialized in building ships.
- 造船所 (ぞうせんじょ): shipyard; the place where ships are built.
Register and Usage Notes
"造船" is a formal and technical term, often used in business, engineering, and economic contexts. It is not commonly used in casual conversation unless discussing related topics.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "造船" with "船造り" (ふなづくり), which also means shipbuilding but is more colloquial and less formal. Use "造船" when referring to the industry or technical aspects.