Competence Types

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Which of the following is the overarching competence that encompasses linguistic, communicative, and cultural competences?

  • Translation competence (correct)
  • Linguistic competence
  • Cultural competence
  • Communicative competence

A translator encounters a phrase with complex grammatical structures unique to the source language. Which specific competence is MOST crucial for accurately interpreting this phrase?

  • Cognitive competence
  • Orthographic competence
  • Lexical competence
  • Syntactic competence (correct)

Which of the following competencies involves understanding the nuances and implications of words, phrases, and expressions within a specific language?

  • Communicative competence
  • Cultural competence
  • Lexical competence (correct)
  • Cognitive competence

When a translator needs to understand the implied meaning behind a statement, considering the speaker's background and the social context, which competence is most relevant?

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A translator is working on a document filled with abbreviations and acronyms. Which component of linguistic competence is MOST directly involved in correctly interpreting these?

<p>Orthographic competence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario would cognitive competence be MOST essential for a translator?

<p>Decoding idiomatic expressions with no direct equivalent. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of competence is illustrated when a translator adapts a marketing slogan to resonate with the target audience's values and beliefs?

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A translator is tasked with localizing a software interface. What skill combines linguistic knowledge with an understanding of user experience principles?

<p>Translation competence. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between communicative competence and translation competence?

<p>Communicative competence is a subset of translation competence. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A translator is proofreading their own work and focuses on correcting spelling errors and punctuation. Which competence are they primarily utilizing?

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Flashcards

Competencia lingüística

Knowledge and skills related to the target language.

Competencia comunicativa

Ability to effectively communicate in various social contexts, understanding cultural nuances and adapting language accordingly

Competencia cultural

Understanding cultural values, beliefs, and customs.

Competencia traductiva

The overarching ability to translate effectively, drawing on linguistic, communicative, and cultural competencies.

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Competencia ortográfica

Understanding the rules of spelling.

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Competencia sintáctica

Understanding sentence structure.

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Competencia léxica

Knowing the vocabulary.

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Competencia cognitiva

Using thinking skills.

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Study Notes

  • Types of competence include linguistic competence, communicative competence, and cultural competence.

Competence Types:

  • Linguistic competence
  • Orthographic competence
  • Syntactic competence
  • Lexical competence
  • Cognitive competence
  • Communicative competence
  • Cultural competence
  • Translation competence

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