運輸

jūtsu
nounIntermediate
formal

The movement of goods or people from one place to another by land, sea, or air, including the management of such systems.

運輸業は経済の重要な部分です。

The transportation industry is a crucial part of the economy.

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Often involves the coordination of multiple modes of transport.

💼Business
Business

The process of moving goods from one place to another, including storage and handling.

会社は効率的な運輸システムを開発しました。

The company developed an efficient logistics system.

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May also refer to the business of managing such movements.

Collocations

運輸網transportation network運輸費transportation costs

Synonyms

Related Phrases

運輸機関phrase
transportation facility

💡Pro Tip

Usage Tip

運輸 is often used in formal contexts and business settings, while more casual contexts might use 輸送 or 交通 for specific types of transport.

📖Word Origin

From '運' (to transport) and '輸' (to send out)'

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in formal and business contexts to refer to the movement of goods or people.

Word Breakdown

to transport
root
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to send out
root
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