A Study on C-E Translation of Compound Sentences in Listed Companies’ Fiscal Statements from the Perspective of Semantic Translation
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semantic translation, financial statements
Abstract
This paper examines the Chinese-to-English translation of compound sentences in financial statements from the perspective of Semantic Translation, taking a statement published by Alibaba Group, a Chinese internet giant in China, as the example. Financial statements, characterized by their necessity for clarity, accuracy, relevance, completeness, and timeliness, often contain complex sentence structures. Accurate translation of these texts is crucial for maintaining the integrity of financial information.By analyzing Alibaba's financial reports, this study identifies common translation methods employed to handle compound sentences. These methods include maintaining the original sentence structure, modifying sentence structure, and adding or omitting words to achieve clarity and coherence in translation. The study underscores the importance of these strategies in ensuring faithfulness to the original text and complying with the standards of financial reporting.This paper highlights the value of Semantic Translation in financial text translation, as it prioritizes fidelity to the original text while considering cultural nuances and readability in the target language. This approach is essential for producing translations that are both accurate and accessible to international stakeholders.
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