Dutch Translation in Practice provides an accessible and engaging course in modern Dutch translation. Taking a highly practical approach, it introduces students to the essential concepts of translation studies, heightens their awareness of the...
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Dutch Translation in Practice provides an accessible and engaging course in modern Dutch translation. Taking a highly practical approach, it introduces students to the essential concepts of translation studies, heightens their awareness of the problems posed in Dutch translation, and teaches them how to tackle these difficulties successfully. Featured texts have been carefully chosen for their thematic and technical relevance, and a wide range of discursive and grammatical issues are covered throughout. Features include:Nine chapters reflecting different areas of contemporary life and cultur
Cover; Half Title; Title Page; Copyright Page; Table of Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction: getting started; 1 People and places Practical tips: translating for websites; 2 Dutch language and culture Practical tips: dealing with names in translation; 3 Literature Practical tips: translating er; 4 Employment Practical tips: translating the indefinite pronouns men, je and ze; 5 Finance and economics Practical tips: dealing with statistics and numbers in translation; 6 Media and communications Practical tips: translating separable verbs
7 Art history and exhibitions Practical tips: passive constructions8 Fashion and design Practical tips: punctuation; 9 The Earth, energy and the environment Practical tips: conjunctions; Conclusion: revising your translation; List of grammatical terms; Useful resources for translators; Sample translations of third texts; Index