loan translation (Meaning)
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loan translation (n)
an expression introduced into one language by translating it from another language
Synonyms & Antonyms of loan translation
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loan translation Sentence Examples
- The English phrase "designated driver" was introduced into Spanish as a loan translation, becoming "conductor designado."
- The Japanese word "karaoke" became a loan translation in English, referring to a form of entertainment where people sing along to recorded music.
- The Italian term "pizza" is a loan translation in many languages, including English and Spanish.
- The German concept of "Zeitgeist" was imported into English as a loan translation, meaning "spirit of the age."
- The Chinese loan translation "feng shui" gained popularity in English as a term for the ancient practice of arranging objects to create harmony.
- The Indian musical genre "tabla" became a loan translation in English, referring to a pair of drums used in classical Indian music.
- The French word "déjà vu" entered English as a loan translation, expressing the feeling of having experienced a present situation before.
- The Japanese term "anime" is a loan translation in English, referring to Japanese animated films and television shows.
- The Russian phrase "sputnik" became a loan translation in English, referring to the first artificial satellite launched into space.
- The Chinese dish "wonton" became a loan translation in English, referring to a type of filled dumpling served in soup or fried.
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an expression introduced into one language by translating it from another language
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No antonyms found.
The English phrase "designated driver" was introduced into Spanish as a loan translation, becoming "conductor designado."
The Japanese word "karaoke" became a loan translation in English, referring to a form of entertainment where people sing along to recorded music.
The Italian term "pizza" is a loan translation in many languages, including English and Spanish.
The German concept of "Zeitgeist" was imported into English as a loan translation, meaning "spirit of the age."
