tonnage
/ˈtʌnɪdʒ/
CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #5582 in the learning path
吨数；总吨重
Definitions
n. The total weight of something expressed in tons.
吨数；总吨重
n. A measure of a ship's size or carrying capacity.
船舶吨位
Example
The driver checked the truck's tonnage before crossing.
司机在通过前检查了卡车的总吨重。
The total tonnage of waste sent to landfill has declined since the city introduced recycling programmes.
自该市推行回收计划以来，送往填埋场的废弃物总吨数已经下降。
Collocations
- total tonnage
- cargo tonnage
- gross tonnage
- shipping tonnage
Word family
- ton (n.)
Usage tip
船舶总吨位衡量容积，不等于船的实际重量。
FAQ
- What does tonnage mean?
- The total weight of something expressed in tons. A measure of a ship's size or carrying capacity.
- How is tonnage pronounced?
- UK /ˈtʌnɪdʒ/, US /ˈtʌnɪdʒ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
