introduction

Interpretation is a long-standing form of translation that is closely related to social development. Interpretation theory emerged in 19th century Europe and is one of the most influential theories, emphasizing that interpreters should grasp the core connotations of the source language and express them clearly in the target language. Visual translation is an oral translation without auditory input. There have been studies exploring the application of interpretive theory in consecutive interpretation, but there is relatively little research on its combination with visual translation. This article will explore the application methods and techniques of interpretive theory in English Chinese visual translation, providing reference for interpreting research and teaching.

Interpretive school theory

Introduced the origin and development of the interpretive school theory. In 1968, Seleskovic first proposed this theory and subsequently conducted in-depth research at the É cole des Hautes Translation in Paris. In 1989, Seleskovic and Lederey applied theory to interpreting teaching, systematically elaborating on the principles and methods of consecutive interpretation and simultaneous interpretation. Lederey discussed in detail the connotation of "breaking away from the shell of the source language" in his book "Modern Translation - Interpretation Method", emphasizing the importance of understanding the inherent meaning of the source language in interpreting. The interpretive school proposed the classic "triangle" model, which includes three stages: understanding the source language, breaking away from the source language shell, and expressing the target language, emphasizing the importance of paying attention to the original meaning without being constrained by the original expression form. In the process of interpreting, "meaning" is at the core and needs to be understood in conjunction with nonverbal thinking and symbolic signs. The translator first needs to understand the symbols in the source language, then generate textual meaning fragments, and finally rephrase them in the target language to achieve semantic equivalence.

Principles and Process of Visual Translation

Explored the principles and processes of visual translation. Emphasis was placed on the differences in sentence structure between English and Chinese, with English emphasizing form and Chinese emphasizing meaning. The first principle of visual translation is to maintain consistency in word order between the target language and the source language, that is, "sentence driven". Sentence segmentation and punctuation are based on "meaning groups", which are relatively independent phrases or phrases in meaning. The criteria for dividing semantic groups include having independent meanings, being within visual range, and connecting units before and after using conjunctions. Translators understand the source language through visual information and translate it into target language to improve translation efficiency and reduce difficulties in processing the original text.

The Application of Interpretive Theory in English Chinese Bi directional Visual Translation

This paper explores the application of interpretive theory in bidirectional visual translation between English and Chinese, emphasizing that interpreters should go beyond the literal meaning of the source language and grasp the core meaning in the interpretation process to improve the accuracy and fluency of translation. By analyzing specific translation cases, it demonstrates how to detach the meaning of the source language from the linguistic shell and rephrase it in the target language. For example, converting metaphors and rhetorical devices into more direct expressions, adjusting word order to adapt to the habits of the target language, and implementing strategies such as part of speech and sentence structure conversion. These methods help to reduce the cognitive load of interpreters in visual translation and achieve more natural and fluent interpretation output. At the same time, the chapter also discusses the applicability of the interpretive theory in the Sino Tibetan language family, pointing out that this theory can help translators break out of the Chinese language framework and more effectively convey the connotation of the source language. In addition, some specific visual translation strategies were introduced, such as sentence segmentation, repetition, and part of speech conversion, to improve the efficiency and quality of visual translation.

conclusion

In visual translation, the translator needs to break away from the source language form and literal meaning, and understand the inherent meaning of the original text. Translators should use language, disciplinary, and encyclopedic knowledge, combined with background information of the source language, to avoid mechanical translation and quickly, accurately, and smoothly convey the meaning of the specific context of the source language. The interpretive theory of interpreting is based on interpreting practice and teaching, providing guidance for interpreting practice. This theory is widely applied and deeply studied in translation teaching in China, such as the "Xiamen University Model" of the School of Advanced Translation at Xiamen University. The Paris Higher Institute of Translation focuses on cultivating translators' translation skills and extralinguistic knowledge abilities, promoting the integration of interpreting practice and teaching, and its role will be more widely recognized.