Translation Basics - Chinese to English (Southwest Jiaotong University)

Author: Ding Feifei
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Publish Date: 2004-10-28
Features: This book approaches the subject from several aspects—Theory, Practice, Application, and Examination—providing a comprehensive seven-part structure. The first, second, third, and fourth parts are the Theory section, primarily analyzing the theoretical knowledge of Chinese-to-English translation. Part one compares the structural differences between Chinese and English. Part two discusses the cultural background differences between Chinese and English. Part three covers the theoretical knowledge of Chinese-to-English translation, including the tasks, principles, and standards of translation, as well as the processes and methods involved. Part four delves into the analysis of mistranslations in Chinese-to-English translation. The book's focus is on the Practice section, specifically the fifth part, which covers translation techniques for Chinese-to-English translation. From word-level handling to sentence translation, and further to the analysis of paragraphs and chapters, readers are guided to progress step by step, building a solid foundation and gradually mastering the art of Chinese-to-English translation. Additionally, the compiler has designed translation exercises in this section, allowing readers to apply theoretical knowledge to practice and further grasp these translation methods through exercises. The sixth part is the Application section, which briefly introduces the translation of common practical writing styles. The seventh part is the Examination section, designed to assist those preparing for exams, featuring TEM-8 Chinese-to-English translation practice questions and mock tests. The mock exercises are specifically tailored for candidates preparing for the exam. In fact, if readers have already mastered the earlier chapters, they will naturally find this section effortless to tackle.