Kääntämisvaihetta

Kääntämisvaihetta refers to the translation phase in various contexts, most commonly in software development and linguistics. In software development, it is the stage where source code written in a high-level programming language is converted into machine code or an intermediate code that a computer can execute. This process is typically handled by a compiler or an interpreter. Compilers translate the entire program at once before execution, while interpreters translate and execute code line by line.

In linguistics and the broader field of translation studies, kääntämisvaihetta describes the actual process of rendering a text from a source language into a target language. This involves more than just word-for-word substitution; it requires understanding the nuances of both languages, cultural contexts, and the intended meaning of the original text. Translators must make decisions about equivalence, style, and tone to produce a translation that is both accurate and natural-sounding in the target language. This phase can involve various techniques such as literal translation, adaptation, transposition, and modulation, depending on the nature of the text and the translator's approach. The goal is to convey the same message and impact as the original.