What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hauled
Example
The truck hauled the heavy equipment to the construction site. [hauled: past tense]
Example
We hauled the boxes from the garage to the living room. [hauled: verb]
transported
Example
The company transported the goods from the warehouse to the store. [transported: past tense]
Example
The patient was transported to the hospital by ambulance. [transported: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Transported is more commonly used than hauled in everyday language. Transported is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts, while hauled is less common and has a more limited range of usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hauled and transported?
Both hauled and transported are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
