“船舶”常见的英文表达是 ship 或 vessel。具体使用可根据语境有所侧重:
ship:较为通用,指各种类型的船只,常用于日常生活和一般交流中。例如:
A large ship was anchored in the harbor.(一艘大船停泊在港口。)
The cargo ship is loading goods.(这艘货船正在装货。)
vessel:更正式、书面,常用于法律、技术、航海等专业领域,也可泛指各类水上交通工具。例如:
The vessel is equipped with advanced navigation systems.(这艘船配备了先进的导航系统。)
All vessels must comply with maritime safety regulations.(所有船舶必须遵守海上安全规定。)