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Definitions #
The amount of space, measured in meters each side, that is used to determine the volume of cargo.
Technical The standard SI unit for volumetric measurement, crucial in freight rate calculation, storage planning, and cargo consolidations.
Example The shipment's volume was 25 cubic meters, exceeding the container's capacity.
A unit of measurement for volume equal to a cube with sides of one meter, used in logistics.
Technical The unit used in freight calculations to derive chargeable weight, often combined with dimensional weight factors.
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Etymology #
From Latin cubicus, based on Greek kybos 'cube' + Greek metron 'measure'.
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Collocations #
- cubic meter rate 每立方米费率
- cubic meter volume 立方米体积
- per cubic meter 每立方米
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Real Business Examples #
- The shipment's volume was 25 cubic meters, exceeding the container's capacity.
- LCL rates are quoted per cubic meter or per ton, whichever is greater.
- The warehouse charged a storage fee per cubic meter per month.
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Register & Variants #
- Register: neutral
- BrE/AmE: 全球通用
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Synonyms & Antonyms #
- Synonyms: CBM, cubic metre
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Common Errors #
- 把 cubic meter 写成 cubic metre 在美式英语中偏英式。 美式用 meter，英式用 metre，但缩写都是 CBM。
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Confusable Terms #
- Square Meter vs Cubic Meter
- Square meter 是面积，cubic meter 是体积。
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Frequently Asked Questions
如何计算货物的立方米？?
长 × 宽 × 高（以米为单位）即可。
为什么寄运时按立方米收费？?
体积决定舱位占用，报价以体积或重量计。
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Published: 2026-09-25 Category: Freight