Thursday, February 2, 2012

French-English Translation question?

I'm doing a French to English translation of a text and I can't seem to see clear in one of the questions.

Could anyone who has done translation as a subject help me out with this and give some exemples:





"Explain your strategy for translating the passage, paying particular attention to problems of register, syntax and style which the translator would need to address"French-English Translation question?
The question asks you to explain how you would go about translating the text you have been given, and your reasons for this e.g. would you just translate it literally, word for word? No, of course you wouldn't, because this would produce the sort of nonsensical result that you get when you try to translate something with Google! You would instead first read the text, and once you have thoroughly understood its meaning, you would rewrite the text in English. If the original text has been written in a particular style of language, then you might aim to convey this in your translation e.g. you might decide to translate "nous allons a Mc Do" as "we are going to Micky D's" rather than "we are going to McDonalds", as this will better convey the informal tone of the original. You will be making these sort of decisions when you transalate your text, and the question just asks you to outline them. Hope this helps get you started!French-English Translation question?
I don't understand. Do you want someone to translate this text into french, or is this even the text?French-English Translation question?
If you need help, I speak perfect french
I think you are being asked to "Explain your strategy for translating the passage, paying particular attention to problems of register, syntax and style which the translator would need to address"

So you need to translate the text, explain your strategy for translating the passage, and then discuss any difficulties you encountered.

That's my best guess. Bonne chance!
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  • What type of schooling do you need to be a translator for the Canadian government?

    I am fluent in four languages: Spanish, French, English and Hungarian. I could use some brushing up in grammar, since I don't use French or Spanish as often as I used to. No one taught me how to write in Hungarian, but I can read it. It just takes me a while to write it, and I have to use a dictionary to make sure I'm not spelling it wrong. I'm working full time in a hotel and I have a lot of free time to go back to school if I want to. I want a job where I can get Christamas or other holidays off and get a weekend off in the summer if I ask a month and a half in advance. Even when my hotel is full it's quiet because it is a suites hotel, so we get a lot of long term guests(not as many coming and going). I love talking to guests from different countries and practicing my languages, however I'm bored and not challenged enough. It's neat because I can watch TV and surf the net, but I can only do so much of that.What type of schooling do you need to be a translator for the Canadian government?
    In the USA the first step is to take a standard civil-service exam. They probably have an equivalent testing process in Canada.



    I think that it is probably a matter of CERTIFICATION rather than a specific degree program. You would probably need a B.A.



    Go to the nearest Federal Government Office building and look for a personnel office (or whatever they might call it.)



    If the Canadian government is anything like the US government, they will probably give you a test to see if you are proficient enough. Which test you take may depend on the "Job Title" you want to be considered for.



    After taking the exam, if you pass, your degree of proficiency, education and work experience will probably qualify you for a specific salary bracket.



    Depending on where you work in the government, you might also need (or be able to get) a security clearance.

    .What type of schooling do you need to be a translator for the Canadian government?
    get a B.A. in a second language and take a proficiency test.

    Can someone please translate this quote from english to french?

    Please can someone translate this quote from english to french?



    "Every saint has a past and every sinner has a future"



    I translated it through Google translator but I want to be sure that this is really correct. Thanks.Can someone please translate this quote from english to french?
    Chaque saint a son passe et chaque pecheur, son futur.
    Great Oscar Wilde quote.



    Chaque saint a un pass茅 et chaque p茅cheur a un futur.



    This is the official translation of French websites, just in case you're wondering about "futur" and "avernir".



    " La seule diff茅rence entre le saint et le p茅cheur, c'est que chaque saint a un pass茅 et chaque p茅cheur, un futur."Can someone please translate this quote from english to french?
    "p茅cheur" = sinner

    "p锚cheur" = fisherman
    Chaque saint a un pass茅 et chaque p茅cheur a un avenirCan someone please translate this quote from english to french?
    Chaque saint a un pass茅 et chaque p茅cheur a un avenir
    芦Chaque saint a un pass茅 et chaque p茅cheur a un avenir"
    Chaque saint a un pass茅 et chaque p茅cheur a un avenir!
    Chaque saint a a pass茅 et chaque p茅cheur a un futur
    "Chaque saint a un pass茅 et chaque p锚cheur a un futur."
    Chaque saint a a pass茅 et chaque p茅cheur a un futur

    How can I become a translator?

    My goal is to become an interpreter. I speak English, Spanish, Creole and French is my mother tongue. I am planning on doing my B.A in Translation in French, English and Spanish and afterwords I would like to complete a Masters in Conference Interpretation. In order to get in, I need to write an admission exams. How can I improve my grammar, written and speaking skills in French, English and Creole so that I can achieve my goal? And what should one do if he or she wants to prepare themselves before getting into this field professionally?How can I become a translator?
    Information is below.

    Monday, January 30, 2012

    How can I become a translator?

    My goal is to become an interpreter. I speak English, Spanish, Creole and French is my mother tongue. I am planning on doing my B.A in Translation in French, English and Spanish and afterwords I would like to complete a Masters in Conference Interpretation. In order to get in, I need to write an admission exams. How can I improve my grammar, written and speaking skills in French, English and Creole so that I can achieve my goal? And what should one do if he or she wants to prepare themselves before getting into this field professionally?How can I become a translator?
    There are hundreds of sites in English to improve grammar skills aimed at pupils within the UK. The BBC has a section of it's site aimed at school pupils for example and these are free. I can't see why these shouldn't work for you and I wouldn't be surprised if the same existed for the other languages you speak.

    Translator, plz inform me??

    Actually i am living in France, I am studying now. I would like to know if it is possible for me to become a translator (english to french), and work in Chennai. I would love to work in Chennai. Do you think it is possible? Can you suggest me some company where i can post my resume... Please.

    RegardsTranslator, plz inform me??
    All big cities of the world have branches of the "Alliance francaise" They can give you translation jobs. The Alliance frabcaise in Paris should be able to help you get in touch with the appropriate branch of their organisation.

    Bonne chance.
    What hell do you mean by Chennai; may be China?Translator, plz inform me??
    Of course you can...!!

    Just put up your resume in Monster and Naukri... and Voila, your job is done.



    Bonne nuit.!!
    Have a look in this web site

    chennai.kijiji.in/f-JobsTranslator, plz inform me??
    I seriously don't think there a demand for English to French translaters in Chennai
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  • Can someone translate french to english for me?

    I have to translate a paragraph. It is about 14 to 15 sentences. I really need someone to translate it for me. Please dont put it into a translator on the internet because those do direct translate which is not always accurate. I am really desperate. If you could give me your email I can send it to you. I would be forever grateful for whoever could do this for me. Thank you.(:Can someone translate french to english for me?
    Hi, I won't give my email due to security reasons but if you put that paragraph in the details I may translate it. Good luck.