The Characteristics, Difficulties, and Countermeasures 
of Translating Tang Dynasty Cultural Relics into English

Xue Feng

doi:10.18686/rcha.v2i5.4563

The Characteristics, Difficulties, and Countermeasures of Translating Tang Dynasty Cultural Relics into English

Xue Feng

Abstract

This article examines the characteristics, difficulties, and solutions for translating Tang Dynasty cultural relics into English. It highlights the unique translation process, the importance of communicative principles, the need for understanding cultural backgrounds, and challenges from complex craftsmanship and cultural differences. Suggestions for improving translation quality include collective efforts, multichannel information retrieval, and enhancing translators skills.

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Tang Dynasty Cultural Relics; Translation Difficulties; Communicative Translation

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.18686/rcha.v2i5.4563

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