Cultural Differences between English and Chinese Idioms and Their Translation 英语专业毕业论文_精品.doc

Cultural Differences between English and Chinese Idioms and Their Translation Abstract: Language is closely related to culture. An idiom is a fixed expressing way which is formed in the course of using language. It is also the cream of language, which reflects culture concisely. There are rich idioms both in English and Chinese language, but the cultural differences result in different cultural implication and expression between the two languages. Understanding the cultural differences can enhance the intercultural awareness of language learners, help them to comprehend and use the idioms accurately and get rid of the barrier in studying the two languages. So when translating idioms, learners shouldnt treat them as words. It is necessary for learners to transfer idioms cultural implication to the target language readers, and pay more attention to the cultural differences and choose appropriate techniques. The version will cause the same effects as source language to readers. As development of the epoch, the language learners must expand their knowledge about culture, develop the translation theories and practice the theories. Key words: English and Chinese idioms, cultural differences, translation methods  摘 要：语言与文化密切相关，习语是一种在语言使用过程中形成的独特的固定表达方式，是语言中最精华的部分，最能体现其相关文化。英汉语言中都拥有大量的习语资源，英汉的不同文化背景导致它们习语的文化蕴涵和结构也有所不同。理解这些文化差异有利于提高语言学习者的跨文化交际意识，掌握和正确应用这些习语，克服学习英语或汉语的障碍。所以，在翻译习语时不能简单地就词论词，应从文化翻译的角度去向读者传输其文化内涵；注意文化差异，采取恰当的翻译方法，使译文能引起译文读者的共鸣。随着时代的发展，语言学习者应不断扩充自身的文化知识，发展翻译理论，实践翻译理论。 关键词：英汉习语；文化差异；翻译方法 Contents Abstract……………………………………………………………………i Contents……………………………………………………………………iii Introduction ………………………………………………………………1 1. The definition of idioms ……………………………………………2 2. The main reasons of cultural differences between English and Chinese idioms……………………………………………………………………… 3 2.1 Different living circumstances……………………………………… 3 2.2 Different history culture ……………………………………………5 2.3 Different traditional customs …………………………………………7 2.4 Different religions and beliefs …………………………………10