Cool MateMeaning of Freight
Goods transported by ship, truck, or train.
In simple words: Goods transported by a vehicle.
Freight in a sentence
- The freight was loaded onto the cargo ship.
- They specialize in freight transportation across the country.
- The company received a large freight of electronics last week.
- Freight fees can sometimes be expensive for international shipments.
- A truck carrying freight was stuck in traffic for hours.
How to use Freight
Use 'freight' when discussing transportation of goods, especially in business contexts. Avoid in casual conversations unless relevant.
Grammar pattern
freight + object
Memory hint
Think of 'freight' as 'freight train', transporting large goods.
Related words
Collocations with Freight
- freight transportation
- freight costs
- freight routes
- freight services
Common mistakes with Freight
- Confused with 'freight' vs 'freightage', which is the cost of shipment.
- Using 'freight' as a verb incorrectly; it's mostly a noun.
- Mispronouncing 'freight' as 'freet'.
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Frequently asked questions about Freight
What does Freight mean?
Goods transported by a vehicle.
What is the definition of Freight?
Goods transported by ship, truck, or train.
How do you use Freight in a sentence?
The freight was loaded onto the cargo ship.
Can you give another example of Freight?
They specialize in freight transportation across the country.
What are synonyms for Freight?
Common alternatives include cargo, goods, shipment, load, transport.
What is the opposite of Freight?
Opposite meanings include passenger, consumer.
What words go with Freight?
It commonly pairs with freight transportation, freight costs, freight routes, freight services.
What are common mistakes when using Freight?
Confused with 'freight' vs 'freightage', which is the cost of shipment. Using 'freight' as a verb incorrectly; it's mostly a noun. Mispronouncing 'freight' as 'freet'.
How do you pronounce Freight?
US: //freɪt//, UK: //freɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Freight?
Use 'freight' when discussing transportation of goods, especially in business contexts. Avoid in casual conversations unless relevant.