Author(s)

Ni Zeng ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Graduate School, Xi'an International Studies University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China

Corresponding Author

Ni Zeng

ABSTRACT

The foundation of a robust framework for translation theory assumes pivotal importance in directing China's external translation initiatives in the current period of building China's discursive system and strengthening its worldwide communicative ability. However, the existing landscape of translation theory in China still exhibits certain deficiencies in terms of comprehensiveness and scientific grounding, largely owing to the profound influence of Western theoretical paradigms. This article critically examines the ramifications of Western centrism on Chinese translation theory and offers reflections on how to emancipate from Western intellectual constraints, with the ultimate aim of establishing a robust framework for translation theory in China.

KEYWORDS

Translation theory, Western centrism, Chinese translation theory framework

CITE THIS PAPER

Ni Zeng, The Impact of Western Centrism on Translation Theory in China: Reflection and Reassessment. Lecture Notes on Language and Literature (2023) Vol. 6: 61-64. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/langl.2023.060809.

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