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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localization

Language; Translation

A term in commercial translation referring to making a product linguistically and culturally appropriate to the target country and language.

machine translation (MT)

Language; Translation

Automatic translation by a computer using algorithms based on computational linguistics.

markedness

Language; Translation

An aspect of language use where some linguistic features may be considered less ‘basic’ or less ‘preferred’ than others. These marked features are used in a contextually motivated manner, i.e. to ...

minimax

Language; Translation

In the process of translation, decisions that yield maximal effect for minimal effort.

modality

Language; Translation

Expressing distinctions such as that between ‘possibility’ and ‘actuality’, and, in the process, indicating an attitude towards the state or event involved. See interpersonal meaning.

mode of discourse

Language; Translation

An aspect of register which builds on the basic distinction spoken vs written.

modulation

Language; Translation

A translation procedure, where the target text presents the information from a different point of view (e.g. negation of opposites as in it is difficult instead of it isn’t easy).