Houjun Liu

Translation Theory

Translation Theory is the theory that studies how translation works.

Spectrum of Translation

domestication and foreignization are processes by which a translator can choose to alter the style of a translation for a purpose.

foreignization

trying to bring the target language closer to the source language

  • bring in foreign words
  • use colourful idioms
  • use old words

domestication

trying to bring he source language closer to the target language