translation and functional equivalence

如何做好英文翻译

如何做好英文翻译

Translation

What is the function of translation?It is one of the keys to the problem that different languages become the barrier to convey the message.

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What is translating?1)It is a subject with scientificalness and artistry. 2)It is an activity to convey messages, first in terms of meaning and second in terms of function.

What does translation require?It requires theory and practice.

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Equivalence

Two kinds of equivalence1)Formal correspondence 2)Functional equivalence

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DefinitionIt is concerned that message in the receptor language should match as closely as possible the different elements in the source language.

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PrincipleThe relationship between the receptor and the message should aim at being the same as that between the original receptor and the source language message.

AimFunctional equivalence attempts to render receptor words from one language to another, and caters to the receptor’s linguistic competence and cultural needs.

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ContributionIt is a great contribution to translation theory in the 20th century. It not only influences the biblical translation in the United States, but also influences the exploration on translation theory in China.

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