Exploring the Dynamics of Translation Units in Translation Studies
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https://doi.org/10.53103/cjlls.v4i5.179Keywords:
Translation Unite, Empirical Study, Think-Aloud ProtocolAbstract
This study explores how experienced and inexperienced translators select translation units. Using think-aloud protocols and interviews, it reveals that text types and translator skills significantly affect this choice. Skilled translators prefer larger units, adapting to text familiarity, while less experienced ones opt for smaller units. The research highlights the dynamic nature of translation units.
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