translation
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for translation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A version of a text or speech rendered in a different language.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman "translacioun," ultimately from Latin "translatio," from "transferre."
Full origin of translation →Frequently asked questions
What does “translation” mean?
The word “translation” means a version of a text or speech rendered in a different language. In plain terms, converting text or speech from one language into another, or (in biology) building proteins from RNA.
How do you pronounce “translation”?
“Translation” is pronounced tranz-LAY-shuhn (/tɹænzˈleɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “translation” in a sentence?
Here is “translation” used in a sentence: “The English translation of the poem lost some of its rhythm.”
What part of speech is “translation”?
“Translation” is a noun.
Where does the word “translation” come from?
The word “translation” comes from Latin. From Anglo-Norman "translacioun," ultimately from Latin "translatio," from "transferre.".
Is “translation” a common word?
“Translation” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “translation” have?
“Translation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a version of a text or speech rendered in a different language.
What is the difference between translation and interpretation?
Translation is the rendering of a written text in a different language, producing a new written version. Interpretation (or interpreting) is the spoken equivalent: converting speech from one language to another in real time. A book has a translation; a live speech has an interpreter.
What is the difference between transcription and translation in biology?
In biology, transcription is the process of copying a gene's DNA sequence into messenger RNA (mRNA). Translation is the next step, in which a cell builds proteins from that mRNA sequence. Transcription produces the message; translation turns the message into a protein.
What is the difference between translation and transliteration?
Translation renders the meaning of a text in a different language. Transliteration converts the letters or characters of one writing system into another without translating the meaning, for example writing a Russian name in the Latin alphabet. A transliterated word may still be meaningless to a reader who does not know the original language.
What is a literal translation?
A literal translation renders a text word for word, staying as close as possible to the exact wording of the original language. A free translation instead prioritises natural phrasing and overall meaning in the new language. Literal versions are useful for study, but they can sound awkward because idioms rarely transfer directly.