ArticleOpen Access http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/er.2023.12.020
A Study of the Translation of Chinese Tourist Attraction Names from the Perspective of Skopos Theory
Dunhua Kuang*, Ge Yu
Qiongtai Normal University, Haikou, Hainan, China.
*Corresponding author: Dunhua Kuang
Published: December 30, 2023
Abstract
China is a popular tourist destination with a rich cultural heritage and numerous historical sites. With economic globalization, the tourism industry is rapidly growing and more and more foreigners are coming to China for tourism. The translation of Chinese tourist attraction names is of great importance in the field of tourism. Translating the names of these attractions accurately and effectively is crucial for attracting international tourists and promoting cross-cultural communication. requires more accurate English explanations and translations of our country's tourist attractions. This study explores the translation of Chinese tourist attraction names from the perspective of Skopos Theory. The current situation of translating tourist attraction names in China is examined, followed by an explanation of the concept, features, and functions of Translation Purposive Theory. The application of Skopos Theory in translation is also discussed, high-lighting previous studies in this area. The analysis focuses on existing issues in the translation of Chinese tourist attraction names under the Translation Purposive Theory. Finally, translation strategies for Chinese tourist attraction names from the perspective of Translation Purposive Theory are proposed.
Keyword
Chinese tourist attraction names, Skopos Theory, Translation Purposive Theory, translation strategies
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A Study of the Translation of Chinese Tourist Attraction Names from the Perspective of Skopos Theory
How to cite this paper: Dunhua Kuang, Ge Yu. (2023). A Study of the Translation of Chinese Tourist Attraction Names from the Perspective of Skopos Theory.The Educational Review, USA, 7(12), 1930-1933.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/er.2023.12.020