The Frontiers of Society, Science and Technology, 2020, 2(7); doi: 10.25236/FSST.2020.020717.
Danyang Zhang
Jilin University Lambton College, Changchun, Jilin, 130000, China
It is undeniable that global economy and international trade has driven an increasing demand in cultural intersection especially in film and television. Subtitling translation thus serves as a bridge connecting the source language and culture with the target audience. The commentary is conducted to discuss the problems encountered and strategies employed in subtitling the video Cats v Dogs Which is Best from English to Chinese.
Subtitling translation, Commentary, Problems and strategies
Danyang Zhang. Commentary on the Subtitling Translation of Cats V Dogs Which is Best. The Frontiers of Society, Science and Technology (2020) Vol. 2 Issue 7: 58-62. https://doi.org/10.25236/FSST.2020.020717.
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