Author： Mayoral Roberto
Publisher： John Benjamins Publishing Company
E-ISSN： 1569-9668|46|4|300-331
ISSN： 0521-9744
Source： Babel. Revue internationale de la traduction / International Journal of Translation, Vol.46, Iss.4, 2000-01, pp. : 300-331
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Abstract
In this study, we wish to examine official translation (termed sworn translation in Spain) from the point of view of the function and the communicative intent of documents which are the subject of this type of translation. The theoretical basis for an unusual approach to official translation is discussed;its aim is to render communication more effective. The theoretical foundations of this study lie in the functional theory of translation as formulated by Christiane Nord as well as a number of concepts from pragmatics deemed compatible with the above model. Judicial and administrative practices are also drawn upon in the discussion.
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