英语翻译与写作-Omission.docVIP

Omission A translator has no right to subtract any meaning from the original work. But it does not follow that he should refrain from omitting any word at all in translation. What is regarded as a natural or indispensable element in one language may be regarded as superfluous or even a stumbling block in the other. Omission in EC translation: Generally speaking, omission in EC translation is used to achieve the effect of succinctness, especially in the cases of English pronouns and functional words such as the article, the preposition, the conjunction, etc. 1. Omitting the pronoun He is not well today, but he still comes to class. He was thin and haggard and he looked miserable. If I learn to drive a motorcycle, I will certainly buy a new one. He put his hands into his pockets and then shrugged his shoulders. He is a good friend that speaks well of us behind our backs. One can never get real rest without a peaceful mind. It’s your pen. I found it on the playground. That dishonest boy is not at all ill. He is alive and kicking in the swimming pool. We all saw him. 2. Omitting the article The article is the hallmark of English nouns. When translated into Chinese, it is usually omitted except when the indefinite article is intended to indicate the numeral “one” , or “a certain”. The moon was slowly rising above the sea. Any substance is made of atoms whether it is a solid, a liquid, or a gas. The direction a force can be represented by an arrow. The sun is setting down beyond the western hill. The fear of being alone is a primary reason they are staying together. Milk is sold by the pound. If oil supplies run out, man may have to fall back on the horse. The young Thomas Edison pictured himself as an inventor. ☆ The children in this class are of an age. Give me a cup and saucer, please. I take computer lessons twice a week. Jane is an honest girl and never tells lies. A Mr Johnson came to see you last night. It was a different William from the William he had l