STC Specialized Vocabulary 4

Question 1

In environmental translation, 'capa de ozono' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Ozone layer

Answer

'Capa de ozono' is the direct Spanish equivalent of 'ozone layer,' the atmospheric shield absorbing UV radiation.

Question 2

Which Spanish term in contract law means 'breach of contract'?

Accepted Answer

Incumplimiento del contrato

Answer

'Incumplimiento del contrato' specifically denotes the failure to fulfill contractual obligations.

Question 3

In neurology, 'accidente cerebrovascular' translates to:

Accepted Answer

Stroke

Answer

'Accidente cerebrovascular' (ACV) is the Spanish medical term for stroke, a disruption of blood flow to the brain.

Question 4

The Spanish term 'arrendatario' in a lease agreement refers to:

Accepted Answer

Tenant / lessee

Answer

'Arrendatario' is the party who rents or leases property, i.e., the tenant or lessee.

Question 5

In journalism translation, 'portavoz' is best rendered as:

Accepted Answer

Spokesperson

Answer

'Portavoz' literally means 'voice-carrier,' the equivalent of spokesperson or press representative.

(STC) Spanish Translator Certification Practice Test