10 Questions
The translator decodes messages in one language and re-encodes them in the same language.
False
The difference between the monolingual communicator and the translator is only a difference of kind in their encoding behavior.
False
The translator deals with new experiences as though they were recurrences of the same event, just like any other individual.
True
Harris and Sherwood's study concluded that translating is not related to bilingualism.
False
According to Antonini's research, natural translation is a well-explored area of research in Translation and Interpreting Studies in Europe.
False
References to natural translation are often a cause of concern for both professional translators/interpreters and academics.
True
Interpreters always translate written material or code or transcribed pre-recorded speech.
False
Translators and interpreters are essentially the same profession with no significant differences.
False
Immigrants are very likely to resort to the help of professional language services if available, rather than members of their family or linguistic community.
False
The result of a translator's interpretation is usually in oral or gestural form.
False
Study Notes
The Translator's Role
- The translator decodes and re-encodes messages in the same language, differing from monolingual communicators only in their encoding behavior.
Translation and Bilingualism
- Research by Harris and Sherwood suggests that translating is not related to bilingualism.
Natural Translation
- Natural translation is a well-explored area of research in Translation and Interpreting Studies in Europe, according to Antonini's research.
- References to natural translation often cause concern for both professional translators/interpreters and academics.
Interpreters vs. Translators
- Interpreters translate written material, code, or transcribed pre-recorded speech.
- Translators and interpreters are essentially the same profession, with no significant differences.
Language Services
- Immigrants are likely to use professional language services if available, rather than relying on family or linguistic community members.
Translator's Output
- The result of a translator's interpretation is usually in oral or gestural form.
Test your knowledge of the translation process with this quiz. Explore concepts such as decoding and re-encoding messages in bilingual translation, differences between bilingual translators and monolingual communicators, and encoding behaviors when taking a turn as a sender.
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