English-Chinese Idiom Comparison and Translation

Author: Chen Wenbo
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: This book serves as a reference guide for English-Chinese dictionaries, helping readers understand the meanings of English idioms and their corresponding Chinese idioms. It provides a comprehensive introduction to their usage through examples written by English and American speakers, accompanied by translations. Due to the vast number of English idioms, not all can be included, so Chinese idioms are used as discussion materials for comparison. The book is divided into three major categories: basic correspondence, partial correspondence, and no correspondence or minimal correspondence. Based on dictionary definitions and examples, some interpretations may differ from traditional views, and readers can make their own judgments based on the provided materials. As a reference book on English idiom issues, it supplements the shortcomings of dictionaries, primarily focusing on the understanding of English idioms and the English translation of Chinese idioms. On one hand, it helps readers understand English idioms in different linguistic contexts, and on the other hand, it teaches readers translation techniques for Chinese idioms into English. Additionally, it specifically discusses the understanding and translation of proverbs. The book consists of five chapters, covering approximately 400 English idioms and 700 Chinese idioms. The appendix, "Examples of Idiom Translations from Dream of the Red Chamber," offers a unique and innovative approach. This book holds significant academic value for translators, serving as a valuable resource for research, and it also greatly assists enthusiasts in learning and understanding English.