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笔译
bǐyì
Description
笔译是用文字把一种语言翻译成另一种语言。
"笔译" is translating one language into another using written text.
它和口译不一样，口译是用嘴说出来的。
It is different from interpretation, which is spoken aloud.
Meanings
笔译bǐyì
written translation (of text)
她的工作是英文笔译。
Her job is English translation.
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Notes
- Etymology
笔 (pen/writing) + 译 (translate), i.e. translation done in writing.
- Nuance
contrasts with 口译 (interpreting), which is spoken translation.
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