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The course title is ______.
The course title is ______.
Business Translation
The course code for Business Translation is ______.
The course code for Business Translation is ______.
EN 301
The course is offered during the academic year ______.
The course is offered during the academic year ______.
2024-2025
This is a ______ course, as it counts for 3 credit hours.
This is a ______ course, as it counts for 3 credit hours.
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The course lecturer is ______.
The course lecturer is ______.
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The features are mainly confined to ______ units and syntactic structures.
The features are mainly confined to ______ units and syntactic structures.
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The following are some of the key defining features of ______ texts.
The following are some of the key defining features of ______ texts.
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Syntactic structures play an important role in the clarity of ______ communication.
Syntactic structures play an important role in the clarity of ______ communication.
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Business writing is practically listed under ______ writing.
Business writing is practically listed under ______ writing.
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______ units contribute to the precise meaning of business texts.
______ units contribute to the precise meaning of business texts.
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Business texts often have specific ______ that distinguish them from other types of writing.
Business texts often have specific ______ that distinguish them from other types of writing.
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Both business writing and technical writing share some significant ______ structures.
Both business writing and technical writing share some significant ______ structures.
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The ______ of business writing includes features similar to technical writing.
The ______ of business writing includes features similar to technical writing.
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Technical writing and business writing are two forms of ______ writing.
Technical writing and business writing are two forms of ______ writing.
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Syntactic features are important in both ______ writing and technical writing.
Syntactic features are important in both ______ writing and technical writing.
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One feature of literary texts is the use of ______ to explain a certain idea.
One feature of literary texts is the use of ______ to explain a certain idea.
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Business language often incorporates ______ to enhance communication.
Business language often incorporates ______ to enhance communication.
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A ______ is a figure of speech used to illustrate an idea.
A ______ is a figure of speech used to illustrate an idea.
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The use of metaphors helps to ______ complex ideas in business communication.
The use of metaphors helps to ______ complex ideas in business communication.
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In literary texts, metaphors are a ______ feature.
In literary texts, metaphors are a ______ feature.
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The process of ______ requires patience and dedication.
The process of ______ requires patience and dedication.
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Her ______ to succeed motivated her to work harder.
Her ______ to succeed motivated her to work harder.
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Practicing ______ can lead to improvement in skills.
Practicing ______ can lead to improvement in skills.
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His ______ for creating art inspired many.
His ______ for creating art inspired many.
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The act of ______ can alleviate stress and improve mental health.
The act of ______ can alleviate stress and improve mental health.
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Business writing features the use of ______ structures.
Business writing features the use of ______ structures.
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The reports must be ______ to the management to be reviewed.
The reports must be ______ to the management to be reviewed.
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Reports need to be reviewed and updated ______.
Reports need to be reviewed and updated ______.
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In passive voice, the focus is on the action being ______.
In passive voice, the focus is on the action being ______.
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The structure of a passive sentence often involves a form of ______ plus a past participle.
The structure of a passive sentence often involves a form of ______ plus a past participle.
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course Code: EN 301
- Course Title: Business Translation
- Academic Year/Level: 2024-2025, Sophomore (3 credit hours)
- Specialization: English Language Program
- Lecturer: Dr. Wagdy Ghaly
- Lectures: Wednesdays, 8:30-11:20 AM (Room D 312 - GA) and 12:30-3:20 PM (Room F 320 - GB)
- Office Hours: Tuesdays, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (Room D 336 - GB/GA)
- Student Assessment:
- Mid-term Exam: 20%
- Coursework: 20% (Quizzes 10%, Assignment 10%)
- Participation: 10%
- Final Exam: 60%
- Teaching & Learning Methods: Problem-based learning, Cooperative learning, Discussions, Team work
Course Schedule
- Week 5: Quiz 1
- Week 11: Quiz 2
- Week 8: Mid-term Exam
- Week 10: Assignment
- Week 15: Final Exam
Textbook
- Compiled material
References
- Altarabin, M. (2022). The Routledge Course in Arabic Business Translation. London: Routledge.
- Dickens, J. et al. (2002). Thinking Arabic Translation. London: Routledge.
- Munday, J. (2001). Introducing Translation Studies: Theories and Applications. London: Routledge.
- Mahmoud Muhammad Ali Sabre (2007). Translation of Contracts. Cairo: Sabre Publishing and Translation Office (Part 1).
- www.ekb.eg
Course Content Outline
- Week 1: Orientation Lecture + Introduction to Business Translation
- Week 2: Business Translation Strategies + Into Arabic: The Isle of Man
- Week 3: Egyptian Pound Fluctuation: Into English
- Week 4: Into Arabic: Sample of Tender Form
- Week 5: Into English: Cargo Statement
- Week 6: Into Arabic: Sample of Tender Form
- Week 7: Into English: Bank Guarantee Letter
- Week 8: Mid-Term Exam
- Week 9: Into Arabic: Commercial Document
- Week 10: Into English: Contract Sample
- Week 11: Into Arabic: Extraordinary OPEC Conference
- Week 12: Into English: Customer Complaint to a Bank and Response
- Week 13: General Revision
Features of Business Texts
- Lexical Features: Business language is specialized, precise, and economic, differing from general language in textbooks. Key factors impacting readability are the writer, the text, and the reader.
- Informative Language: Business texts use an impersonal style with declarative sentences.
- Use of Metaphors: Figurative language helps explain concepts (e.g., "low-hanging fruit," "lots of moving parts," "boiling the ocean.")
- Terminology: Domain-specific terms differentiate business texts from general texts. These terms frequently relate to areas like management, finance, and marketing.
- Facts: Precise presentations of facts (e.g., "Price of U.S. crude fell as much as 34% to $27.34 a barrel").
- Syntactic Features: Using simple declarative sentences is essential for clarity. Nominalization (creating nouns from other parts of speech) is common, as is the use of abstract nouns and gerunds. The use of passive voice is common.
- Simple Sentences: Using clear, straightforward language is critical to reduce the risk of misinterpretation.
- Examples of Business Vocabulary (from page 6): project life cycle, contingency plan, cash flow, income statement, fixed assets, balance sheet, cost-based pricing, E-commerce,
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Test your knowledge in Business Translation with this quiz designed for EN 301. Covering key concepts and terms from the field, it will help reinforce your learning as you prepare for the mid-term exam. Ideal for sophomore students looking to excel in their coursework.
