Meaning of overtranslate | Babel Free
Definitions
To translate (language) in too much detail, or including the translation of things that should be left as they are.
Equivalents
Français
surtraduire
Examples
“When we select⟳ too-specific a rendering, we overtranslate, and, thus, risk⟳ adding information which may not be true.”
“Translate⟳ the gateway, but don't overtranslate”
“To overtranslate: 'as far as my having slaves is concerned, I have⟳ – none'.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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