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继承传统,符合时代潮流

English translation: (involves) the transmission of the historical tradition, (but must also) be in accord with the times

03:20 Mar 20, 2008
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Art/Literary - Poetry & Literature
Chinese term or phrase: 继承传统,符合时代潮流
将翻译美学理论运用到翻译实践中,不仅继承了历史传统,也符合当今时代潮流。
my version: To apply Translation Aesthetics to translation practice not only inherit the traditon but also adapt to the trend of times.
My supervisor considers it chinglish. How can I translate this phrase and make it into idiomatic and clear english? Thank you very much.
allison0217
Local time: 19:30
English translation:(involves) the transmission of the historical tradition, (but must also) be in accord with the times
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(involves) the transmission of the historical tradition, (but must also) be in accord with the times
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chica nueva
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3(involves) the transmission of the historical tradition, (but must also) be in accord with the times
chica nueva
3continues/carries on the tradition, appropriate/in accordance with the changing times
Michael Lai


  

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(involves) the transmission of the historical tradition, (but must also) be in accord with the times


Explanation:
(involves) the transmission of the historical tradition, (but must also) be in accord with the times

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continues/carries on the tradition, appropriate/in accordance with the changing times


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for your reference

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