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What is a common misconception about being a good translator?

  • That translation involves only literal translation of words
  • That being bilingual is a sufficient qualification (correct)
  • That having an in-depth knowledge of grammar is enough
  • That it requires a degree in linguistics

    • What do many bilinguals in the translation community often lack?

  • Knowledge of colloquialisms, slang, and dialect (correct)
  • Formal education in translation
  • Ability to speak multiple languages
  • Experience in the translation industry

    • What is an advantage that born bilinguals may have?

  • Ability to learn a new language quickly
  • Formal education in translation
  • In-depth knowledge of colloquialisms, slang, and dialect (correct)
  • Experience in the translation industry

    • What is NOT a requirement to be a good translator?

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

    What is a key takeaway about translation?

    <p>It requires more than just bilingualism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are native speakers preferred for translation?

    <p>They can better convey the nuances of their native language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a rare ability for a non-native speaker to possess?

    <p>Total fluency in the second language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of translating into one's native language?

    <p>It results in a more accurate and nuanced translation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common limitation of non-native speakers?

    <p>They are unlikely to achieve total fluency in a second language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ideal scenario for producing a high-quality translation?

    <p>A native speaker translating into their native language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two fields are combined in the development of translation?

    <p>Computer Science and Linguistics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of translation development?

    <p>Creating translation systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is involved in the development of translation?

    <p>The application of language science and computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between language science and computers in translation development?

    <p>They are complementary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of combining language science and computers?

    <p>To create more accurate translation systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been the primary focus of modern translation since the late 18th century?

    <p>The role of the reader in understanding the translation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theorists have supported the emphasis on the reader in translation?

    <p>Nida, Firth, and the Leipzig School</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the emphasis on the reader in translation begin to emerge?

    <p>Late 18th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been the primary goal of translation according to modern theories?

    <p>To inform the reader effectively and appropriately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of translators has supported the emphasis on the reader in translation?

    <p>Non-literary translators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long has the study of translation been an academic subject?

    <p>Around 50 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be said about the study of translation as an academic subject?

    <p>It has only recently begun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate duration of time the study of translation has been an academic subject?

    <p>Half a century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the study of translation become an academic subject?

    <p>About 50 years ago</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about the academic study of translation?

    <p>It has only recently begun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Translation Process

    • Not all bilingual individuals can become good translators, as they may lack in-depth knowledge of colloquialisms, slang, and dialect.
    • The best translations are produced by persons who translate into their own native languages, due to the rarity of total fluency in a second language.

    History of Translation Study

    • The study of translation as an academic subject has only begun in the past fifty years.
    • The concept of modern translation was anticipated by Tytler in the late 18th century.

    Emphasis in Translation

    • The general emphasis in translation has been placed on the reader, focusing on informing them effectively and appropriately.
    • This approach is supported by communication-theorists, non-literary translators, and notable scholars such as Nida, Firth, and the Leipzig School.

    Tools and Methods

    • Translation involves the application of language science and computers to develop translation.
    • This approach is used to facilitate effective translation.

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