logistics
gb/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks/ us/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks/
B2
Englanti
szervezés, logisztika
SUBSTANTIIVI
B2
1
szervezés
B1
logisztika
B2
Käyttömalli:
the logistics of [something]; logistics for [something]; handle/manage/sort out the logistics
The conference went well, but the logistics were complicated.
A konferencia jól sikerült, de a szervezés bonyolult volt.
Before we book the venue, we need to think through the logistics.
Mielőtt lefoglaljuk a helyszínt, át kell gondolnunk a logisztikát.
She is in charge of the logistics for the school trip.
Oppijaesimerkit
Travel logistics can be stressful.
Az utazással kapcsolatos szervezés stresszes lehet.
We need to plan the logistics.
Meg kell terveznünk a logisztikát.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Do not use 'a logistic' to mean one practical arrangement. Say 'a logistical detail/problem' or 'the logistics.'
Merkitys
practical planning details
Kollokaatiot
handle the logistics
|manage the logistics
|sort out the logistics
|work out the logistics
|event logistics
|travel logistics
|conference logistics
|complicated logistics
|practical logistics
|logistics planning
Synonyymit
arrangements (common, broad word for practical plans)
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organization (focuses on planning and structure)
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coordination (emphasizes making different parts work together)
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practicalities (informal; small real-world details)
Antonyymit
disorganization (lack of planning or order)
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chaos (complete confusion instead of orderly arrangements)
Teemat
planning
|organization
|events
|travel
|work
Määritelmä
the planning and practical details needed to make something happen smoothly
The practical details and arrangements involved in planning and carrying out an activity.
SUBSTANTIIVI
B2
BUSINESS
2
logisztika
B2
Käyttömalli:
logistics for [goods/operations]; [adjective] logistics; logistics in [an industry]
The company invested in better logistics to reduce delivery times.
A vállalat jobb logisztikába fektetett, hogy csökkentse a szállítási időket.
Fuel prices have increased logistics costs across the industry.
Az üzemanyagárak az egész ágazatban megnövelték a logisztikai költségeket.
Military logistics kept food, medicine, and equipment moving to the front.
Oppijaesimerkit
Good logistics helps packages arrive on time.
A jó logisztika segít, hogy a csomagok időben megérkezzenek.
The store improved its logistics.
A bolt fejlesztette a logisztikáját.
Tyypillinen virhe:
Do not confuse 'logistics' with 'logic.' Logistics is about organization, movement, and supply, not reasoning.
Merkitys
transport and supply management
Kollokaatiot
logistics operations
|global logistics
|logistics network
|warehouse logistics
|freight logistics
|military logistics
|e-commerce logistics
|logistics costs
|logistics support
|logistics system
Synonyymit
supply chain management (often broader; includes the whole flow from suppliers to customers)
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distribution (narrower; focuses mainly on delivery)
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freight management (focuses on cargo transport)
Teemat
business
|transport
|supply_chain
|military
|operations
Määritelmä
the work of moving and storing goods, equipment, or people in an organized way
The organized management of transporting, storing, and distributing goods, equipment, or people, especially in business or the military.
SUBSTANTIIVI
B2
BUSINESS
3
logisztika
B2
Käyttömalli:
work in logistics; the logistics department; Logistics will [do something]
She works in logistics for a medical-supplies company.
Egy orvosi kellékeket forgalmazó cégnél dolgozik logisztikán.
Please ask Logistics to confirm when the order will leave the warehouse.
Kérd meg a logisztikát, hogy erősítse meg, mikor indul el a megrendelt áru a raktárból.
The logistics team arranged extra trucks for the holiday rush.
Oppijaesimerkit
My uncle works in logistics.
A nagybátyám a logisztikában dolgozik.
Email the logistics department.
Írj e-mailt a logisztikai osztálynak.
Tyypillinen virhe:
When referring to a company department, English often capitalizes it in internal writing: 'Please contact Logistics.'
Merkitys
logistics work or department
Kollokaatiot
work in logistics
|career in logistics
|logistics department
|logistics team
|head of logistics
|logistics manager
|logistics coordinator
|logistics specialist
|logistics sector
|logistics jobs
Synonyymit
operations (broader; may include many business processes beyond transport)
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supply chain (overlapping; often includes purchasing and inventory planning too)
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distribution department (narrower; focuses on sending goods out)
Teemat
business
|careers
|work
|transport
|operations
Määritelmä
the job area or department that manages deliveries, storage, and transport
The area of work, industry, or department responsible for organizing transport, storage, distribution, and related operations.
Kielioppi
Sanakirjamuoto
logistics
IPA
GB/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks/
US/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks/
Tavut ja painotus
lo - gist - ics (3 tavua)
Stress on 2nd syllable (gist)
Taivutusmuodot
Noun
- Base: logistics
- Plural: logistics
Ilmaukset
last-mile logistics
1/lˈæst mˈaɪl ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks/
fixed phrase
business
final delivery stage
the part of delivery that brings a package to the customer’s door
Esimerkit
- Last-mile logistics is often the most expensive part of home delivery.
- Bike couriers helped the company improve last-mile logistics in dense cities.
Oppijaesimerkit
- Last-mile logistics brings packages to customers.
logistics company
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks kˈʌmpəni/
fixed phrase
business
goods transport service company
a company that helps move, store, and deliver goods
Esimerkit
- Our logistics company delivers to every major city in the region.
- The retailer switched logistics companies after repeated delays.
Oppijaesimerkit
- A logistics company shipped my furniture.
logistics hub
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks hˈʌb/
fixed phrase
business
central distribution location
a central place where goods are moved, sorted, or sent out
Esimerkit
- The airport has become a logistics hub for international freight.
- The port is being expanded into a regional logistics hub.
Oppijaesimerkit
- The city is a logistics hub.
logistics manager
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks mˈænɪd͡ʒɚ/
fixed phrase
business
person managing logistics
a person who manages deliveries, transport, and storage
Esimerkit
- The logistics manager found a cheaper route for the trucks.
- As logistics manager, Marta oversees warehousing, delivery schedules, and inventory records.
Oppijaesimerkit
- The logistics manager planned the delivery.
logistics nightmare
1/ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks nˈaɪtmˌɛɹ/
fixed phrase
informal
very difficult arrangements
a situation that is very hard to organize
Esimerkit
- Getting 200 guests from the airport to the hotel was a logistics nightmare.
- The road closures turned the festival into a logistics nightmare.
Oppijaesimerkit
- The school trip was a logistics nightmare.
reverse logistics
1/ɹɪvˈɚs ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks/
fixed phrase
business
handling returned products
the process of dealing with products that customers send back
Esimerkit
- Retailers need efficient reverse logistics after the holiday return season.
- The company improved reverse logistics by sending returned electronics to repair centers.
Oppijaesimerkit
- Reverse logistics handles returned products.
third-party logistics (3pl)
1/θˈɚd pˈɑɹti ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks ˌɪpl/
fixed phrase
business
outsourced logistics services
using another company to store, pack, or deliver goods for you
Esimerkit
- The brand uses third-party logistics to handle online orders.
- A third-party logistics provider can store products and ship them directly to customers.
Oppijaesimerkit
- The shop uses third-party logistics for deliveries.
work out the logistics
1/wˈɚk ˈaʊt ðə ləd͡ʒˈɪstɪks/
fixed phrase
arrange practical details
to plan the practical details
Esimerkit
- We need to work out the logistics before we announce the trip.
- The producer worked out the logistics of moving the crew between locations.
Oppijaesimerkit
- Let's work out the logistics tomorrow.