mistranslate (Meaning)

Wordnet

mistranslate (v)

translate incorrectly

Webster

To translate erroneously.

The translator accidentally mistranslated the phrase "house cat" as "domestic tiger."
The mistranslation in the document led to a serious misunderstanding between the two parties.
The students were penalized for mistranslating the words "science" and "history."
The software mistranslated the email address, causing it to bounce back undelivered.
The mistranslation of the instruction manual made it impossible to assemble the product correctly.
The mistranslated subtitles for the movie made it difficult for viewers to understand the plot.
The tour guide mistranslated the historical significance of the monument, leaving visitors confused.
The mistranslation of the medical prescription caused the patient to receive the wrong medication.
The mistranslated lyrics of the song completely changed its meaning and tone.
The mistranslation of the weather forecast led to incorrect weather predictions, disrupting travel plans.

translate incorrectlyTo translate erroneously.

misspeak, pervert, misstate, cook, dissemble, distort,misinterpret, garble, misrepresent, falsify

clear (up), illustrate, clear (up), interpret, clarify, interpret, explain, illustrate,explain, clarify

The translator accidentally mistranslated the phrase "house cat" as "domestic tiger."

The mistranslation in the document led to a serious misunderstanding between the two parties.

The students were penalized for mistranslating the words "science" and "history."

The software mistranslated the email address, causing it to bounce back undelivered.