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cargo
The freight or load transported by a ship, airplane, or truck. The term is mainly used in international transport and logistics.
Das Cargo für den Flug nach New York wird gerade verladen.
The cargo for the flight to New York is being loaded right now.
'Cargo' is a word from English that is used almost exclusively in the technical language of logistics, transport, and international trade. In everyday conversation, it is rather uncommon.
Die Spedition ist auf den Transport von gefährlichem Cargo spezialisiert.
The shipping company specializes in transporting dangerous cargo.
In connection with 'Cargo', verbs that describe the loading process are often used. Typical combinations are 'Cargo verladen' (to load cargo), 'Cargo löschen' (to unload/discharge cargo), or 'Cargo transportieren' (to transport cargo).
Der Kran hebt das Cargo vom LKW auf das Schiff.
The crane lifts the cargo from the truck onto the ship.
The word is often used with prepositions that indicate location or direction. Pay attention to the correct case, for example 'das Cargo an Bord bringen' (to bring the cargo on board; accusative) or 'das Cargo im Flugzeug' (the cargo in the airplane; dative).
Das Cargo befindet sich bereits im Frachtraum des Flugzeugs.
The cargo is already in the aircraft's cargo hold.
cargo / charge / summons
Ladung and Cargo can both refer to the goods transported by a vehicle. Ladung is the general word for the specific contents of a vehicle, while Cargo is more associated with international transport and logistics terminology. Use Cargo in this specialized field and Ladung in everyday situations.
Das Logistikunternehmen meldete das Cargo für den Flug an.
The logistics company registered the cargo for the flight.
Der Fahrer sicherte die Ladung auf dem LKW.
The driver secured the load on the truck.
