Annotation 11 th Jun Blore form Science-Technical Translation
What is an Annotation? An annotation is extra added information that describes and characterizes the source text. It is not really translating. Focus on description, content, structure, purpose, length, and what it questions. Your opinions are important.
Difference between Abstract and Annotation Abstract Focus on summarizing subject. Try to show main ideas, no details. You have to translate at least some of the text or main ideas. Opinions are not necessary. Annotation Focus on describing subject. Interesting details are important. Understanding source text is important, but translation is not necessary. Opinions are important.
Types of Annotations 1. Descriptive Annotation 2. Reference Annotation 3. Recommendatory annotation 4. Abstract annotation
Steps to write an annotation Read the original! Gather main ideas, other information. Evaluate material. Write a draft. Evaluate and revise. Proofread 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1. 7. Pg. 57 and 58 helps! Make a final copy.
What is important to remember… Annotative translations usually have three parts: An introduction of the subject. A description A conclusion Structure tends to be important for an annotation. Think of an annotation not as a simple translation, but rather a formal description of something to someone who does not know the source language text.
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