Meaning and Usage
"運搬" (うんぱん) refers to the act of transporting or carrying goods or people from one place to another. It is a formal noun often used in business, logistics, and industrial contexts.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "運搬" in contexts involving shipping, delivery, and moving heavy or bulky items. It emphasizes the physical movement aspect rather than the method or route.
Collocations and Patterns
- 運搬中 (うんぱんちゅう): "during transportation" — used to describe something happening while goods are being transported.
- 運搬費用 (うんぱんひよう): "transportation costs" — refers to expenses related to carrying goods.
- 運搬車 (うんぱんしゃ): "transport vehicle" — a vehicle used for carrying goods.
Register and Nuance
"運搬" is a formal term and is more likely to appear in written language, official documents, or technical speech rather than casual conversation. For everyday speech, words like "運ぶ" (はこぶ) or "持っていく" (もっていく) are more common.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "運搬" with "輸送" (ゆそう), which also means transport but often implies a broader or longer-distance transportation including logistics planning. "運搬" focuses more on the physical act of carrying or moving items, often locally or within a facility.