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translation
/trænzˈleɪ.ʃən/
[/trænzˈleɪ.ʃən/]
rendering into another language
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The act of expressing the meaning of speech or writing in another language, or the result of doing so. It allows communication across languages.
Example
The English translation of the novel captured both the humor and the sadness of the original.
The English translation of the novel captured both the humor and the sadness of the original.
Etymology
From Latin 'translatio' (a carrying across), from 'transferre' (to transfer).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in language work, publishing, and international communication.