logistical
gb/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl/ us/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl/
B2
English
szervezési, logisztikai
B2
1
szervezési
B1
logisztikai
B2
Usage pattern:
logistical [problem/challenge/arrangement/detail]
The conference was a success, despite several logistical problems with the venue.
A konferencia sikeres volt, annak ellenére, hogy több szervezési probléma is akadt a helyszínnel.
Moving the whole team to a new office created a lot of logistical challenges.
Az egész csapat új irodába költöztetése sok szervezési kihívást okozott.
For logistical reasons, the meeting was moved from Friday morning to Monday afternoon.
Learner examples
The trip was hard because of logistical problems.
Az út nehéz volt a szervezési problémák miatt.
We need help with the logistical details.
Segítségre van szükségünk a szervezési részletekhez.
Common mistake:
Do not confuse logistical with logical. Logical means sensible or based on reason; logistical means related to practical organization.
Meaning
practical planning and organization
Collocations
logistical challenge
|logistical issue
|logistical problem
|logistical arrangements
|logistical details
|logistical planning
|logistical reasons
|logistical constraints
|logistical difficulties
|logistical nightmare
Synonyms
organizational (more general; about the way something is arranged or managed)
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practical (less specific; emphasizes real-world details rather than ideas)
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operational (focuses on how something works or is carried out)
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administrative (focuses more on office procedures, paperwork, or management)
Antonyms
theoretical (concerned with ideas rather than practical organization)
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conceptual (concerned with general ideas rather than practical details)
Themes
organization
|planning
|business
|events
Definition
about the practical details of organizing something
Relating to the practical planning, coordination, and organization needed to make an event, trip, project, or operation happen successfully.
C1
BUSINESS
2
logisztikai
B2
Usage pattern:
logistical [support/network/operation/capability]
The company opened a new warehouse to improve its logistical network in Europe.
A vállalat új raktárat nyitott, hogy javítsa európai logisztikai hálózatát.
The army needed strong logistical support to keep food, fuel, and medical supplies moving.
A hadseregnek erős logisztikai támogatásra volt szüksége ahhoz, hogy biztosítsa az élelmiszer, az üzemanyag és az egészségügyi készletek folyamatos utánpótlását.
High fuel prices have increased the logistical costs of shipping products overseas.
Learner examples
The warehouse is part of the company's logistical system.
A raktár a vállalat logisztikai rendszerének része.
The team provides logistical support for the mission.
A csapat logisztikai támogatást nyújt a küldetéshez.
Common mistake:
In supply-chain and military contexts, logistical is about support, transport, and supplies, not about making decisions that are logical.
Meaning
transport and supply operations
Collocations
logistical support
|logistical network
|logistical operation
|logistical infrastructure
|logistical hub
|logistical capability
|logistical costs
|logistical planning
|logistical requirements
|logistical supply chain
Synonyms
supply-chain (more specifically about business supply networks)
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distribution (focuses on delivering goods to places)
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transport (focuses mainly on movement rather than storage or supply)
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operational (broader; about running an operation in general)
Antonyms
nonlogistical (not concerned with transport, supply, or practical support)
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combat (in military contexts, concerned with fighting rather than supply and support)
Themes
supply_chain
|transport
|military
|business
|operations
Definition
about moving and supplying people, goods, or equipment
Connected with the movement, storage, supply, and distribution of goods, equipment, or people, especially in business or military operations.
Grammar
Dictionary form
logistical
IPA
GB/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl/
US/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl/
Syllables & stress
lo - gist - ic - al (4 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (gist)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: logistical
Expressions
for logistical reasons
1/fɚ ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl ɹˈizənz/
fixed phrase
because of practical organization issues
because it is easier or necessary for practical organizing reasons
Examples
- For logistical reasons, the workshop will be held online.
- The team traveled separately for logistical reasons.
- For logistical reasons, we cannot accept deliveries after 5 p.m.
Learner examples
- For logistical reasons, the class is online.
- We changed the date for logistical reasons.
logistical arrangements
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl ɚˈeɪnd͡ʒmənts/
fixed phrase
practical plans and preparations
the practical plans needed for an event or activity
Examples
- The organizers are still finalizing the logistical arrangements for the conference.
- My assistant will handle the logistical arrangements for your visit.
- Before the trip, we need to confirm the logistical arrangements for hotels and transport.
Learner examples
- She made the logistical arrangements for the meeting.
- We checked the logistical arrangements before we left.
logistical challenge
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl t͡ʃˈælɪnd͡ʒ/
fixed phrase
difficult practical organization task
something that is hard to organize in practice
Examples
- Delivering fresh food to remote villages presents a major logistical challenge.
- The time difference created a logistical challenge for the international team.
- Hosting the match in a smaller stadium would pose serious logistical challenges.
Learner examples
- The big event was a logistical challenge.
- Snow created a logistical challenge for the airport.
logistical constraints
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl kənstɹˈeɪnts/
fixed phrase
practical limits on organization
practical limits that make something harder to organize
Examples
- Due to logistical constraints, only 100 people can attend in person.
- The research team had to work around several logistical constraints in the field.
- Shipping delays and limited storage space created serious logistical constraints.
Learner examples
- There were logistical constraints on the project.
- The room size was a logistical constraint.
logistical nightmare
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl nˈaɪtmˌɛɹ/
idiom
extremely hard to organize
a situation that is very difficult to organize
Examples
- Getting visas for everyone at the last minute was a logistical nightmare.
- The festival became a logistical nightmare when heavy rain closed the main road.
- Coordinating flights for 200 employees could easily turn into a logistical nightmare.
Learner examples
- The school trip was a logistical nightmare.
- Moving house with three children was a logistical nightmare.
logistical problem
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl pɹˈɑbləm/
fixed phrase
practical organization problem
a practical problem with organizing something
Examples
- There were a few logistical problems with getting everyone to the airport on time.
- The plan sounds good, but it raises several logistical problems.
- Childcare can be a serious logistical problem for parents who work night shifts.
Learner examples
- We had a logistical problem with transport.
- There were logistical problems before the concert.
logistical support
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪkəl səpˈɔɹt/
fixed phrase
business
practical operational help
help with the practical things needed to run an activity
Examples
- Volunteers provided logistical support during the marathon.
- The aid agency needs logistical support to deliver medicine to the affected areas.
- The contractor handled the logistical support for the training program.
Learner examples
- The team needs logistical support.
- They provided buses and equipment as logistical support.