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How to pronounce “translationese

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Practice the English pronunciation of translationese with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
The World of TranslationThey call that kind of language translationese.
Definition summary
(translation studies) Language exhibiting awkwardness or ungrammaticality of translation, such as due to overly literal translation of idioms or syntax.

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How to pronounce translationese

The World of Translation

They call that kind of language translationese.

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A Deep Dive Into “translationese

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • (translation studies) Language exhibiting awkwardness or ungrammaticality of translation, such as due to overly literal translation of idioms or syntax.

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