Chinese-English Modern Science Dictionary

Author: Li Kairong
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: This book primarily selects multi-character terms, aiming to comprehensively reflect the knowledge systems of various academic fields. It includes both fundamental and commonly used terms while also focusing on selecting new words and phrases that represent the development of disciplines. It balances theoretical rigor, standardization, and accessibility, ensuring that terms at different classification levels are appropriately prioritized and detailed, catering to the diverse needs of readers at various levels. The English translations of terms are striving for accuracy and conciseness, reflecting the cultural and pragmatic features of the Chinese language as much as possible. Most terms are provided with corresponding translations, and if multiple English definitions exist, they are incorporated, drawing on the strengths of various sources. For terms specific to Chinese culture, concise translations and explanations are provided; technical terms use standardized internationally unified English equivalents. When necessary, English definitions are supplemented with notes on British and American English usage.