CCL Translation Accuracy and Fidelity Flashcards
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What is 'omission error' in CCL interpretation, and what causes it?
Answer: When the interpreter fails to convey part of the source message, often due to memory limitations or inattention
Omission errors occur when parts of the message are missing from the interpretation, reducing completeness and accuracy.
What is an 'addition error' in CCL interpretation?
Answer: When the interpreter adds information not present in the original message, such as explanations or opinions
Addition errors involve inserting information that was not part of the original message, which can distort meaning and violate fidelity.
What is a 'substitution error' in the context of CCL accuracy standards?
Answer: When the interpreter replaces the speaker's actual words or meaning with different content
Substitution errors occur when the interpreter renders a different meaning from what the speaker actually said, whether due to mishearing, vocabulary gap, or misunderstanding.
How does interpretation fidelity apply to emotional tone and not just informational content?
Answer: The interpreter must convey the speaker's emotional state and tone (e.g., urgency, anger, distress) alongside the factual content
A complete and faithful interpretation captures both the information and the emotional register of the source message.
What is 'generalization error' in CCL interpreting, and how can it reduce accuracy?
Answer: Using a more general word in the interpretation than the specific term the speaker used, losing precision
Replacing a specific term with a broader one can lose important nuance or precision, especially in medical or legal contexts.
In the CCL exam, how is interpretation accuracy typically evaluated?
Answer: Examiners compare the interpretation against the source message for completeness, accuracy of meaning, and appropriate target language usage
CCL examiners assess interpretations for completeness, semantic accuracy, and appropriateness of language use in both directions.