Introduction to Translation
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Introduction to Translation

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What is the primary focus of translation according to Newmark's definition?

  • Rendering the meaning of a text into another language (correct)
  • Adapting the language to fit the target audience
  • Conveying the cultural context of the original text
  • Preserving the original tone of the author's voice
  • What aspect of the text does Newmark's definition suggest is crucial to consider during translation?

  • The historical period of the original text
  • The author's intended meaning (correct)
  • The author's writing style
  • The cultural context of the target audience
  • What is implied by Newmark's definition of translation as 'rendering the meaning of a text into another language'?

  • The translation should be a literal word-for-word translation
  • The translation should be done solely by machine translation tools
  • The translation should prioritize the original text's wording over meaning
  • The translation should focus on conveying the original meaning (correct)
  • According to Newmark's definition, what is the purpose of translation?

    <p>To convey the original meaning of the text in another language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Newmark's definition of translation imply about the role of the translator?

    <p>The translator should faithfully convey the author's intended meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of translation according to Hatim and Munday?

    <p>The process of transferring a written text from source language to target language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target language (TL) in the translation process?

    <p>The language into which the text is being translated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Catford, what is involved in the translation process?

    <p>The replacement of textual material in one language by equivalent textual material in another language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the source language (SL) in the translation process?

    <p>The language of the original text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who defined translation as the replacement of textual material in one language by equivalent textual material in another language?

    <p>Catford</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the translation process?

    <p>Communication between cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying assumption of translation?

    <p>Languages are carriers of their respective cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of the translation process?

    <p>Communication between cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key aspect of translation that goes beyond language transfer?

    <p>Cultural nuance and connotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between language and culture in translation?

    <p>Language is a carrier of culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Before the introduction of the printing press, what was the dominant language used in written texts?

    <p>Latin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the estimated literacy rate before the introduction of the printing press?

    <p>Few people could read</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What innovation had an impact on the spread of written texts?

    <p>The development of the printing press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of using Latin in written texts?

    <p>To facilitate communication across languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the rarity of written texts before the printing press?

    <p>They were rare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change occurred in the approach to translation in the nineteenth century?

    <p>A more scientific approach was brought to bear on translation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of texts were considered to require accurate translation?

    <p>Certain types of texts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the attitude towards translating certain texts in the nineteenth century?

    <p>They should not be translated at all</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the approach to translation in the nineteenth century?

    <p>A focus on scientific methodology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the new approach to translation in the nineteenth century?

    <p>A clearer understanding of translation requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Definitions of Translation

    • Newmark defines translation as rendering a text's meaning into another language while retaining the author's intentions.
    • Hatim and Munday describe translation as the process of transferring a written text from the source language (SL) to the target language (TL).
    • Catford argues that translation is about replacing textual material in one language (SL) with equivalent material in another language (TL).
    • Translation is not merely about language transfer; it also involves cultural communication between different languages.

    Impact of Printing on Translation and Language

    • Before the invention of the printing press, literacy rates were low, and most texts were in Latin.
    • The printing press democratized access to written materials, facilitating wider communication and the need for translations.

    Brief History of Translation Discipline

    • In the 19th century, translation scholarship adopted a more scientific perspective, emphasizing accuracy in translating certain text types.
    • A distinction emerged suggesting that some texts should be translated accurately, while others may not be suitable for translation at all.

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