Meaning and Usage
"配達" (はいたつ) refers to the act of delivering or distributing items such as packages, newspapers, or mail. It is commonly used in everyday contexts involving the transportation of goods from one place to another.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "配達" in relation to postal services, courier companies, and food delivery. It can refer both to the process and the service itself.
Collocations and Patterns
- 配達する: to deliver (an item)
- 配達員: delivery person
- 配達時間: delivery time
- 配達先: delivery destination
These collocations are useful for talking about who delivers, when, and where.
Register and Politeness
"配達" is a neutral term suitable for both formal and informal situations. It is often used in business contexts as well as casual conversation.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "配達" with "配送" (はいそう), which also means delivery but is more often used for larger scale logistics or shipping. "配達" usually implies direct delivery to the recipient, often by hand.