On Translation Strategies for Cultural Relics Records: The Case of Shaanxi Cultural Relics Records
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18063/cef.v3i4.1009Keywords:
cultural relics records translation, Communicative Translation Theory, cross-cultural communication, Shaanxi cultural heritageAbstract
As a form of regional cultural documentation, local chronicles contain descriptions of local characteristics, including historical events, cultural traditions, and geographical features. They serve to convey regional information to readers while reflecting the diversity of local culture. The translation and dissemination of local chronicles can facilitate cross-cultural communication, enabling international audiences to better understand China's cultural diversity. This study examines the foreign translation strategies for Shaanxi Cultural Relics Records from the perspective of communicative translation theory, analyzing cultural factors and linguistic features. It explores potential cultural discrepancies and linguistic challenges in the translation process, aiming to propose effective strategies for translating Shaanxi’s local chronicles.
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