How to pronounce translate and what does translate mean?
translate
verb
How to pronounce translate?
The word translate sounds like trans-late
/træns'leɪt/
What is the definition of translate?
verbmake sense of a language
verbrestate (words) from one language into another language
Examples
- I have to translate when my in-laws from Austria visit the U.S.
- He translates for the U.N.
verbchange from one form or medium into another
Examples
- Braque translated collage into oil
verbbe equivalent in effect
Examples
- the growth in income translates into greater purchasing power
verbbe translatable, or be translatable in a certain way
Examples
- poetry often does not translate
- Tolstoy's novels translate well into English
verbbring to a certain spiritual state
verbchange the position of (figures or bodies) in space without rotation
verbdetermine the amino-acid sequence of a protein during its synthesis by using information on the messenger RNA
verbexpress, as in simple and less technical language
Examples
- Can you translate the instructions in this manual for a layman?
- Is there a need to translate the psychiatrist's remarks?
verbsubject to movement in which every part of the body moves parallel to and the same distance as every other point on the body
What is the definition of 'translate'?
- To express the meaning of (speech or writing) in another language.
- To change from one form or appearance to another.
How do you pronounce 'translate'?
- /trænsˈleɪt/ in American English and /trænsˈleɪt/ in British English.
What are the different uses of the word 'translate'?
- It can be used as a verb meaning to convert text or speech from one language to another.
- It can also refer to the act of transforming or converting something into a different form.
What is the origin of the word 'translate'?
- The word 'translate' originates from Latin 'translatus', the past participle of 'transferre' which means 'to carry across'.
Are there any related words to 'translate'?
- Yes, related words include 'translation', 'translator', 'translating', and 'translatable'.
What are some common phrases with 'translate'?
- 'Translate into', 'translate from', 'machine translate', and 'translate a document'.
What is the difference between 'translate' and 'interpret'?
- 'Translate' generally refers to converting written text from one language to another, while 'interpret' usually refers to converting spoken language in real-time.
Can 'translate' be used in a non-linguistic context?
- Yes, it can also mean to transform or convert something into a different form or context, such as translating ideas into actions.
How is 'translate' used in technology?
- In technology, 'translate' often refers to automated conversion of text or speech between languages using software or machine learning algorithms.
What are some challenges faced when translating?
- Challenges include cultural differences, idiomatic expressions, context loss, and maintaining the original meaning and tone in translation.
