An Incomplete Glossary of Translation Terms
1. A-Language
It is the first language you learn, like the one you speak at home. It’s a fancy way to refer to your native language or mother tongue. So, if you’re born in Nepal, your A-language is Nepalese. A strong A-language is the foundation of a translator’s skills. It’s like the stone at the bottom of a wall. Without it, the wall falls. Translators need a strong foundation in their A-Language to produce high-quality, accurate, and culturally appropriate translations.
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