Translation

Translation

The process of converting words and sentences from one language into another with the proper grammar and subject matter relevance.

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translatability

Language; Translation

The extent to which it is possible to translate from one language to another. Those who argue for the possibility suggest that anything which can be said in one language can be said in another.

translation memory tool

Language; Translation

Computerized software which stores previous translations and assists in recycling them to achieve consistency and speed.

translation procedures

Language; Translation

Vinay and Darbelnet identify seven main techniques of translation which they term ‘procedures’.

translation project

Language; Translation

A systematic approach to literary translation, initiated in Canada, in which feminist translators openly foreground the feminist in the target text. The systematic evaluation of a target text by ...

translational

Language; Translation

A term denoting ‘specific or pertaining to translation’ as opposed to ‘original or creative writing’ model proposed by Holz-Mmanttari which describes translation as purpose-driven co-operation ...