What is another word for loan translation?
Pronunciation: [lˈə͡ʊn tɹanslˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Loan translation, also known as calque, is a translation technique where a word or phrase is directly translated from one language to another. It involves bringing across a word, morpheme or phrase and translating it literally to the target language. Some synonyms for loan translation include borrowing, transference, rendering, adaptation, copy, and incorporating. Loan translation is widely used in different fields, such as linguistics, medicine, technology, and culture. Although, it can be confusing at times due to cultural differences and language barriers. However, using loan translation can be a resourceful way to help build a strong cross-language relationship.
