Word
cargoes
Phoneticscar·goes, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkɑɹˌɡoʊz/
UK/kˈɑːɡəʊz/
Countable noun
Definition
n. goods carried by a ship, plane, or truck from one place to another. You use it for large amounts of products moved for trade.
n. goods transported in bulk by ship, aircraft, lorry, or other commercial vehicle. Typically refers to commercial freight rather than passengers' personal luggage.
Examples
“The ships unload their cargoes at the port.”
“Customs officers check all cargoes before the trucks leave the border station.”
“After the storm delayed the fleet, three late cargoes of grain and medical supplies finally reached the northern ports.”
Examples
simple
“The ships unload their cargoes at the port.”
contextual
“Customs officers check all cargoes before the trucks leave the border station.”
complex
“After the storm delayed the fleet, three late cargoes of grain and medical supplies finally reached the northern ports.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “cargoes” in context.
Verb
01. cargoes arrive
“The cargoes arrive late because of the storm at sea.”
noun + verb
02. cargoes spoil
“Without refrigeration, perishable cargoes spoil quickly.”
noun + verb
03. carry cargoes
“Large container ships can carry cargoes across oceans.”
verb + noun
04. inspect cargoes
“Officials routinely inspect cargoes for banned goods.”
verb + noun
Adjective
05. hazardous cargoes
“The port has strict rules for storing hazardous cargoes safely.”
adj + noun
06. illicit cargoes
“Customs officers seized several illicit cargoes last month.”
adj + noun
07. perishable cargoes
“Perishable cargoes must be kept refrigerated during transport.”
adj + noun
Noun
08. cargoes of grain
“The port handles cargoes of grain, coal and timber.”
noun + prep + noun
09. load of cargoes
“Each truck delivered a full load of cargoes to the factory.”
noun + prep + noun
10. shipment of cargoes
“A shipment of cargoes was delayed at the border.”
noun + prep + noun
11. inspect incoming cargoes for damage
“Staff must inspect incoming cargoes for damage before storage.”
12. seize illicit cargoes at customs
“Border police seized illicit cargoes at customs last week.”
Real-World Examples
“The switching of U.S. cargoes to Asia has resulted in Europe's total LNG imports falling to an expected 6.90 million tons in July, the lowest since September 2024 and down from 8.72 million tons in July 2025.” “More tankers carrying liquefied natural gas are diverting towards Asia as buyers scramble for replacement cargoes after the Middle East war halted tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and disrupted supplies from Qatar, the world's second-largest seller of the fuel.” “China's soybean buyers are asking exporters to sign a letter guaranteeing their cargoes are not contaminated with the novel coronavirus, U.S., Brazilian and Canadian soy industry officials said on Tuesday.” Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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