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Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

Awkwardness or ungrammaticality of translation, for example due to overly literal translation of idioms or syntax.

uncountable

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

Translating translating dictionary translating, translator translatio imperii translation translation dictionary

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