FIT Translation Theory & Methodology

Question 1

What is the fundamental principle of translation quality?

Accepted Answer

Accurately conveying meaning while maintaining the intent and register of the source text

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Translating every word literally

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Making the translation sound as different as possible from the source

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Using the simplest words available

Question 2

What is the role of terminology management in professional translation?

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Ensuring consistent use of specialized terms across all project documents

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Using different terms to make text more interesting

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Avoiding specialized terminology whenever possible

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Only managing terminology for legal texts

Question 3

How do Computer-Assisted Translation tools improve efficiency?

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By storing previously translated segments for reuse and ensuring consistency

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By automatically producing final translations without review

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By replacing the need for human translators

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By only spell-checking translations

Question 4

What is the difference between translation and localization?

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Localization adapts content for cultural context, not just language conversion

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They are identical processes

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Localization only changes dates and currencies

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Translation is more comprehensive than localization

Question 5

What ethical obligation do translators have regarding confidentiality?

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To protect all client information and source material from unauthorized disclosure

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To share interesting projects with colleagues

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Confidentiality applies only to legal documents

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To post samples of their work publicly for marketing

Question 6

When should a translator decline an assignment?

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When the subject matter is outside their competence or there is a conflict of interest

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Never, accepting all work is important for career growth

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Only when the pay is too low

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Only when the deadline is impossible