從英漢習(xí)語的翻譯看中西方文化差異

Different Translation to Idioms under Chinese and Western Cultures

Contents

Abstract I
Key Words I
摘 要 II
關(guān)鍵詞 II
Introduction 1
Ⅰ.The Characteristics of Idioms 3
Ⅱ.The Translation of Idioms 4
A. The Differences between Literal Translation and Free Translation 6
B. The Translation of Idioms under Different Cultures 8
C. The Relationship between Language and Culture 9
Ⅲ.Different Cultures in China and Western Countries 11
A. The Dialectical Thoughts Existed in English and Chinese Culture 11
B. The Conception of Individualism 12
C. The Social Customs in English and Chinese Culture 14
D. Different Views on Colors 15
Conclusion 17
Acknowledgements 18
Bibliography 19

Abstract

As an important part of language, idioms are fixed phrases with particular meanings. They are well-known and they play an increasingly important role in people’s daily life. Both oriental and Western people are accustomed to use idioms because they are concise, vivid and humorous. Idioms contain a lot of cultural information; reflect the differences in history, geography, religion, custom and thinking mode of different ethnic groups. Idioms are important means of rhetoric. Because of euphony, they are usually accessible and remembered ......
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