Analysis of Translation Strategies for Medical English Sentences

Abstract

With the advancement of globalization, medical English translation not only facilitates the global sharing of medical knowledge but also enhances international medical cooperation, benefiting more developing countries. Medical English extensively employs complex sentences and passive structures, characterized by intricate sentence structures, rigorous logic, rich content, and numerous terms, which may lead to ambiguities during translation. This paper focuses on the challenges and the corresponding strategies for translating medical English sentences. By analyzing the linguistic features of medical English and adhering to the translation principles of faithfulness to the original text along with clarity and conciseness in the translated version, it summarizes practical translation techniques for sentences of medical texts. The study aims to address common issues encountered by translators, further explore effective translation strategies for medical English, and provide references for professionals in related fields.