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What is the definition of whispered interpreting?
What is the definition of whispered interpreting?
- A form of interpreting where an interpreter sits next to the person who does not understand the language of an event. (correct)
- A form of simultaneous interpretation where an interpreter speaks loudly to a large audience.
- A form of sight translation where an interpreter reads out loud written texts.
- A form of consecutive interpretation where an interpreter interprets in a quiet tone.
What is another name for whispered interpreting?
What is another name for whispered interpreting?
- Consecutive interpretation
- Simultaneous interpretation
- Sight translation
- Chuchotage (correct)
In whispered interpreting, where does the interpreter sit?
In whispered interpreting, where does the interpreter sit?
- Next to the person who does not understand the language of an event (correct)
- Next to the speaker
- In a separate room
- At the back of the room
How does the interpreter communicate with the person who needs help in whispered interpreting?
How does the interpreter communicate with the person who needs help in whispered interpreting?
What is the main purpose of whispered interpreting?
What is the main purpose of whispered interpreting?
What is Audiovisual Translation also referred to as?
What is Audiovisual Translation also referred to as?
What type of texts does Audiovisual Translation deal with?
What type of texts does Audiovisual Translation deal with?
What is the main focus of Audiovisual Translation?
What is the main focus of Audiovisual Translation?
What is a characteristic of the texts dealt with in Audiovisual Translation?
What is a characteristic of the texts dealt with in Audiovisual Translation?
What is the purpose of Audiovisual Translation?
What is the purpose of Audiovisual Translation?
What is the difference in the sound levels between the original soundtrack and the translated version?
What is the difference in the sound levels between the original soundtrack and the translated version?
Why is the video example provided?
Why is the video example provided?
What is the purpose of the original soundtrack in the video?
What is the purpose of the original soundtrack in the video?
What is the relationship between the original soundtrack and the translated version?
What is the relationship between the original soundtrack and the translated version?
What can be inferred about the video example?
What can be inferred about the video example?
What type of translation involves hearing the speaker's voice in the background while the interpreter's voice is clear?
What type of translation involves hearing the speaker's voice in the background while the interpreter's voice is clear?
What is the primary purpose of Exercise (2) in slide 15?
What is the primary purpose of Exercise (2) in slide 15?
In which type of translation does the interpreter sit close to the person who needs help?
In which type of translation does the interpreter sit close to the person who needs help?
What is the main difference between sight translation and audiovisual translation?
What is the main difference between sight translation and audiovisual translation?
What is the relationship between Exercise (1) and slide 8?
What is the relationship between Exercise (1) and slide 8?
What is the emotional response of the translator in the given scenario?
What is the emotional response of the translator in the given scenario?
What type of translation is implied in the given scenario?
What type of translation is implied in the given scenario?
What is the emotional state of the translator in the scenario?
What is the emotional state of the translator in the scenario?
How much money does the translator earn in the scenario?
How much money does the translator earn in the scenario?
What is the translator's perception of their place in the galaxy?
What is the translator's perception of their place in the galaxy?
Study Notes
Interpreting and Translation
- Whispered interpreting (also called "chuchotage") is a type of interpreting where an interpreter sits next to someone who doesn't understand the language of an event and silently interprets what's being said.
Audiovisual Translation (AVT)
- AVT is a specialized branch of translation that deals with transferring multimodal and multimedial texts into another language and/or culture.
- In AVT, the original soundtrack is heard in the background at a lower volume, while the translated version is heard more clearly.
Types of Translation
- Technical translation
- General translation
- Scientific translation
- Specialized translation
- Medical translation
- Legal translation
- Political translation
Audiovisual Translation Examples
- Voice-over: an interpreter is heard clearly while the speaker is still audible in the background.
- Surtitling: no example given in the text.
- Video game translation: no example given in the text.
Emotions and Translation
- Feeling underappreciated and overworked can lead to emotional responses, such as tears, especially when not fairly compensated for one's work.
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Understand the concept of whispered interpreting, also known as chuchotage, where an interpreter provides simultaneous interpretation to an individual who doesn't understand the language of an event. Learn how it works and its significance.
