3.4.1 - The Art and Challenges of Translation as an Interpretive Act
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Practice Questions
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What does linguistic equivalence mean?
💡 Hint: Consider the direct words you use in a different language.
What is the purpose of footnotes in translation?
💡 Hint: Think about what extra information helps you understand a text better.
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What is the primary focus of linguistic equivalence?
💡 Hint: Think about how you translate words directly without considering culture.
True or False: The translator's role is completely transparent.
💡 Hint: Consider how the choices made by a translator can lead to specific interpretations.
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Translate the expression 'break a leg' into another language, keeping cultural nuances in mind while ensuring that the meaning doesn’t get lost. Analyze how your translation impacts the expression’s original intent.
💡 Hint: Consider how different cultures express wishes for performance success.
Discuss a piece of literature that faced significant interpretation differences due to translation. What key elements were lost or gained? Provide examples.
💡 Hint: Choose widely translated literature for tangible examples.
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