Translation guide
To bring something into a place, typically by hand or with effort. Japanese uses different verbs depending on what is carried and how.
To carry something from outside into a room, building, or enclosed space.
General term for bringing something in, often with the nuance of carrying by hand. Used for objects, luggage, food, etc.
Please carry the luggage into the room.
Bringing in food and drinks is prohibited.
Emphasizes the physical act of transporting something in, often for heavy or bulky items.
We carried the new furniture into the house.
Formal term used for bringing in equipment, goods, or materials, often in business or event settings.
Carry the equipment into the venue.
To carry an item into a car, train, or other vehicle.
To bring in a new concept, trend, or practice from outside.
持ち込む is the most common and versatile. 運び込む emphasizes the physical labor of transporting something in, often heavy items. 搬入する is formal and used in logistics or events.
Avoid directly translating 'carry in' as 中に運ぶ or 中に持つ. Use the compound verbs above for natural Japanese.
We carried the luggage into the car.
You shouldn't bring personal problems into the workplace.