Usage Note
Kargo is a Spanish loanword for goods transported by ship, aircraft, or vehicle, and is standard terminology in logistics, shipping, and trade. As an archipelago nation, the Philippines has a significant cargo shipping industry, making this a practical everyday term.
Examples
" Mabigat ang kargo sa barko. "
Natural Translation
The cargo on the ship is heavy.
Literal Translation
Heavy the cargo on-the ship.
" Nakarating na ang kargo mula sa abroad. "
Natural Translation
The cargo from abroad has already arrived.
Literal Translation
Arrived already the cargo from abroad.
" Naantala ang pagdating ng kargo dahil sa malakas na bagyo na tumama sa daungan. "
Natural Translation
The arrival of the cargo was delayed because of the strong typhoon that hit the port.
Literal Translation
Delayed the arrival of-the cargo because of strong typhoon that struck at-the port.
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