Analysis of Chinese-into-Thai translation defects of Su Mu Zhe songs through the Sino-Thai cross-cultural communication approach
Keywords:
Su Mu Zhe song, defect in translation from Chinese into Thai, Sino-Thai cross-cultural communicationAbstract
This study aims to analyze Chinese-into-Thai translation defects of Su Mu Zhe songs through the Sino-Thai cross-cultural communication approach. Having employed qualitative research methodologies, translated Su Mu Zhe songs of Zhang Xiaotang, the well-known Chinese female artist, broadcasted via YouTube channels namely JUJUFANSUB, ATHITA, SIRI, LALITA SUB, HowdyFirzt, and Phasa Chin Tit Pik – which were the top six of highest viewers – were purposively selected. The content was analysed and classified based on Sino-Thai cross-cultural communication approach. The data was presented by using descriptive method through TAE (Translating; Adapting; Editing) approach, process of translation and cross-cultural translation approach, and principles and precautions in translating Chinese to Thai language and Thai to Chinese language approach.
The study found three types of defects in translating the Su Mu Zhe songs as follows: 1) the defects in translating words and groups of words - 8 words from 7 lines were detected; 2) the defects in translating idioms – 3 idioms from 3 lines were identified; and 3) the defects in translating phrases and literacy-related parts – 7 literatures from 10 lines were discovered. The study also found two main causes of translation defects: 1) Defects caused by knowledge: Chinese language and culture.; 2) Defects caused by awareness of Chinese language and culture. Therefore, the solutions are suggested as follows: 1) Emphasis on knowledge rules, patterns of Chinese language and culture in a holistic way.; and 2) Awareness of the relationship between Chinese language and culture.
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