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VocabJLPT N2

translation

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. translation
2. deciphering
3. translation

This noun and verb (する) means translation — the process of converting text or speech from one language into another. It is used both for written translation and, in some contexts, for interpretation, and appears frequently in professional and academic settings.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'll go ahead and translate that short note for you.

Sentence 2

By when do you need the translation finished?

Sentence 3

Wait, do you really need to translate that joke too?

Sentence 4

Who is this document being translated for?

Sentence 5

She said she'd handle it, so I asked her to do the translation.