Ruijuan Wang1,*, Yumei Mo2
1School of Humanities and Foreign Languages, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266000, Shandong, China.
2School of Foreign Languages, Guilin University of Electronic Technology, Guilin 541001, Guangxi, China.
*Corresponding author: Ruijuan Wang
Abstract
Reading scientific papers in geotechnical engineering mechanics is a fundamental approach to acquiring new methodologies and cutting-edge technologies in the international arena. This study conducts a systematic analysis of the distinctive linguistic features inherent in English scientific papers within this specialized field, focusing particularly on lexical and syntactic dimensions. Lexically, it investigates the prevalent use of acronyms, abstract nouns, derived terms formed through affixation, and highly specialized technical terminology. Syntactically, it examines the frequent occurrence of complex and elongated sentences, the extensive application of passive voice, and nominalization structures. Corresponding translation techniques and strategies are proposed and illustrated with concrete examples to effectively navigate these linguistic characteristics. The findings are anticipated to assist researchers, practitioners, and translators in overcoming comprehension barriers imposed by specialized language, thereby facilitating more efficient and accurate reading, understanding, and translation of geotechnical engineering literature. Ultimately, this research seeks to contribute to smoother and more effective international academic and technical communication within the geotechnical engineering community.
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How to cite this paper
A Study on the Linguistic Characteristics and Translation Techniques of English Scientific Papers in Geotechnical Engineering Mechanics
How to cite this paper: Ruijuan Wang, Yumei Mo. (2025). A Study on the Linguistic Characteristics and Translation Techniques of English Scientific Papers in Geotechnical Engineering Mechanics. Translation and Foreign Language Learning, 1(3), 434-439.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/tfll.2025.10.005