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A Review of Standardization of TCM Terminology Translation

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DOI: 10.23977/langl.2022.050304 | Downloads: 18 | Views: 596

Author(s)

Ruoxin Li 1, Yajun Li 1

Affiliation(s)

1 Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang 712000, China

Corresponding Author

Yajun Li

ABSTRACT

This paper generally divides the process of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) terminology translation into three stages: individual free translation period, national organization period, and international cooperation period. Based on representative experts and social events, the methods, principles, and standards of translation of TCM terms in different stages were expounded, and its development trend was discussed, to promote the further international standardization of TCM terms. The study found that the development of TCM terminology standards generally developed from early methods that did not meet the needs of the contemporary era to cultural and professional reference methods, from uncoordinated research to systematic research, and from immature individual work to professional teamwork. The current international standard of TCM terminology was formed with the efforts of many scholars and experts in the history of this field, and a more comprehensive and recognized standard will be issued soon.

KEYWORDS

Standardization, Terminology, English Translation, Medicine, Chinese Traditional

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Ruoxin Li, Yajun Li, A Review of Standardization of TCM Terminology Translation. Lecture Notes on Language and Literature (2022) Vol. 5: 26-31. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/langl.2022.050304.

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