Definition
后勤 (hòuqín) refers to logistics in the sense of support operations for an organization, especially the military, events, or companies — managing supplies, transport, and services. 物流 (wùliú) is the business/commercial term for logistics, focusing on supply chains and distribution of goods. 后勤 is broader, covering support functions like accommodation and medical care, while 物流 is narrower, about the flow of products.
noun
logistics (the organization and management of supplies, transportation, and support for an event, military, or company)
Examples
- 。Jūnduì de hòu qín bùmén fùzé wùzī yùnshū.The military's logistics department handles material transport.
- 后勤。Zhè cì sàishì de hòu qín yóu xuéxiào tǒngyī ānpái.The logistics for this competition are arranged by the school.
- 。Tā zài yì jiā gōngsī de hòu qín bù gōngzuò.She works in the logistics department of a company.
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