Translation Studies: Research Methods, Principles, and Modalities
Research Methods, Principles, and Translation Experiments
This section outlines the fundamental methods and principles guiding research in translation theory, alongside an explanation of the translation experiment.
Research Methods in Translation Theory
Translation studies employ various research methods to explore translation processes, strategies, and outcomes. Key methods include:
- Descriptive Studies: These analyze existing translations to identify patterns, norms, and strategies used by translators.
Key Terms in Linguistics and Translation
English Definitions
- Translate: To change words into a different language or to decide that words, behavior, or actions mean a particular thing.
- Translation: Something which is translated, or the process of translating something, from one language to another.
- Language: A system of communication consisting of sounds, words, and grammar, or the system of communication used by the people of a particular country or profession.
- Culture: The way of life, especially the general customs and beliefs, of a particular
Understanding Family Relationships and Using Verb ‘To Be’
Talking About Family Members
Family: son, brother, daughter, sister, parents, father (husband), mother (wife), grandparents (grandfather, grandmother). Relatives: uncle, aunt, cousins.
- Who’s Jack? He’s Angela’s husband.
- Who’s Angela? She’s Jack’s wife.
- Who’s Carlos? He’s Erica and David’s father.
Telling the Age
How old? (La edad – age)
Question words: what (objects), where (places), who (persons), how old (age).
Example: How old are you? I’m twenty-seven years old.
Using Verb ‘To Be’ in Information Questions
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Key Concepts in Language and Communication
Translate: to change words into a different language or to decide that words, behavior, or actions mean a particular thing.
Translation: something which is translated or the process of translating something from one language to another.
Language: a system of communication consisting of sounds, words, and grammar, or the system of communication used by the people of a particular country or profession.
Culture: the way of life, especially the general customs
Comprehensive Glossary of Linguistic and Communication Terms
English
Translate
Translate: To change words into a different language or to decide that words, behavior, or actions mean a particular thing.
Translation
Translation: Something which is translated, or the process of translating something, from one language to another.
Language
Language: A system of communication consisting of sounds, words, and grammar, or the system of communication used by the people of a particular country or profession.
Culture
Culture: The way of life, especially the general customs
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