Equivalence Technique by Wilmo .Candanedo

Shadia

2024-07-11 01:18:06 UTC

Equivalence Technique.

Definition :

The equivalence technique in translation involves finding a target language (TL) expression that has the same meaning or effect as the source language (SL) expression, even if the words or structure are different. This technique is particularly useful for translating idioms, proverbs, cultural references, or expressions where a direct translation would not make sense or convey the intended meaning.

Examples:

English: "It's raining cats and dogs."
Spanish: "Está lloviendo a cántaros."

English: "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush."
Spanish: "Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando."

English: "Piece of cake"
Spanish: "Pan comido"

Spanish: "No hay mal que por bien no venga."
English: "Every cloud has a silver lining."

Spanish: "En boca cerrada no entran moscas."
English: "Silence is golden."

Milvenis Romero

2024-07-11 01:21:02 UTC

What is Equivalence?

consists of the use of a term or expression recognized (by the dictionary, by linguistic usage) as equivalent in the target language.

Example:

S.L. when a pigs fly

T.L.ni en sueños

S.L:Don`t feel blue

T.L:no te sientas triste

Rolando caballero

2024-07-11 01:22:04 UTC

Equivalence techniques in translation aim to preserve the meaning and context of the original text while adapting it to fit the cultural and linguistic norms of the target language. These techniques ensure that the translated text conveys the same message and evokes similar responses in the target audience as the original does in the source audience.

Example:

S.L:"La traducción busca transmitir el mismo significado y efecto general que la expresión original. Aunque no es una traducción palabra por palabra, mantiene la esencia del proverbio original.Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando."

T.L: "A bird in the hand is worth more than a hundred flying."

Analysis: The translation seeks to convey the same general meaning and effect as the original expression. Although it is not a word-for-word translation, it maintains the essence of the original proverb.

Alanis Rios

2024-07-11 01:25:30 UTC

Equivalence Technique: This technique is used when translating difficult phrases such as idioms. For this, the translator
needs to understand the meaning or central message behind the idiom (or cliche, or proverb, etc).
This technique works when translating idioms, idiomatic expressions, slangs, proverbs, sayings, or
advertising slogans, titles of movies and songs.

EXAMPLES:

S.L.: Christopher Plummer, actor de la película «La Novicia Rebelde», muere a los 91 años.
T.L.: Christopher Plummer, actor of the movie “The Sound of Music”, dies at 91 years old.
S.L: Dice un dicho inglés que el camino al infierno está pavimentado de buenas intenciones.
T.L: An English idiom says that "the road to hell is paved with good intentions".

MARCIA JANETH VALDÉS

2024-07-11 01:29:42 UTC

Equivalence translation technique

Definition

The equivalence translation technique involves finding corresponding expressions in the target language that replicate the meaning, tone, style, and cultural nuances of the source language text. The goal is to achieve a translation that is not only linguistically accurate but also contextually and culturally appropriate, preserving the intended impact and function of the original text.

Examples

Idiomatic Expressions:

Source Language "It's raining cats and dogs."

Target Language "Está lloviendo a cántaros."

Both expressions mean that it is raining heavily, even though the literal translations differ significantly.

Proverbs:

English: "Actions speak louder than words."

Spanish: "Las acciones valen más que las palabras.

Both proverbs emphasize that what people do is more important than what they

say.

Cultural References:

English: "To kill two birds with one stone."

Spanish: "Matar dos pájaros de un tiro."

Both expressions mean to achieve two things with a single action.

Metaphors:

English: "He has a heart of gold."

Spanish: "Tiene un corazón de oro.

Ricardo Gomez

2024-07-11 01:39:27 UTC

In translation, equivalence involves attempting to convey the same situation or meaning using entirely different stylistic and formal means. It's commonly used in translating sayings or proverbs that are culturally specific. For example, in French, the British saying "it's raining cats and dogs" is often rendered as "it's raining cords." This technique ensures that the essence of the expression is maintained, even though the literal words change.

Example:

English: "Break a leg!"
Spanish: "¡Buena suerte!"

Randy Joshua Arauz Castillo

2024-07-25 20:11:25 UTC

Equivalence when translating from one language to another, professional translators seek equivalences—words or phrases that mean exactly the same thing in both languages. However, this requires more than just fluency in both languages; it demands a deep understanding of the cultural context behind the words. Equivalence ensures that the spirit and meaning of the original text are retained, even as the expression is transformed in the target language ^.So, it’s not just about swapping words; it’s about capturing the essence of the message.

Examples:

Example N°1
S.L: Parece que a alguien no le gusta que vengan nuevos gallos a su gallinero.
T.L: It looks that someone does not like that a new member comes to school.

Example N°2
S.L: Vuelvo a sonreír con perfidia mientras me dejo abrazar por Morfeo.
T.L: Once again, I smile with wickedness as I grab the sleep.