translation
UK: trænzˈleɪʃ(ə)n | US: trænzˈleɪʃ(ə)n
n. the process of rendering text or speech from one language into another
n. a version of a text in another language
n. the act of expressing something in a different form or medium
translation = trans<across> + lat<carry> + ion<noun suffix>
- trans (Latin: "across, beyond")
- lat (from Latin latus, past participle of ferre "to carry")
- ion (noun-forming suffix indicating action or process)
Etymology Origin:
The word "translation" originates from Latin translatio, derived from transferre ("to carry across"). The morpheme trans- signifies movement across boundaries, while -lat- reflects the concept of conveying meaning. Over time, it evolved in Old French as translacion before entering Middle English with its current spelling. The term metaphorically captures the idea of "carrying" meaning from one language to another.
The translation of this novel preserves the author's poetic style.
Machine translation tools have improved significantly in recent years.
His speech required real-time translation for the international audience.
The subtle cultural references were lost in translation.
She specializes in the translation of legal documents.