dịch giả

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The Vietnamese word "dịch giả" is a noun that means "translator" in English. A translator is a person who converts written text from one language to another.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "dịch giả" when talking about someone who helps people understand texts in different languages, like books, articles, or documents.

Example:

• Cô ấy là một dịch giả nổi tiếng. (She is a famous translator.)

Advanced Usage:

In more complex contexts, "dịch giả" can refer to translators who specialize in certain fields, such as literature, technical documents, or legal texts.

Word Variants:

• Dịch thuật: This is the verb form meaning "to translate."
• Dịch: This can also mean "to translate" but is more general and can refer to interpreting as well.

Different Meaning:

While "dịch giả" primarily means "translator," it can also refer to someone who interprets spoken language in contexts like conferences or meetings. However, the specific term for someone who interprets is often "phiên dịch viên."

Synonyms:

• Người dịch: Literally means "the person who translates."
• Phiên dịch viên: Specifically refers to an interpreter, someone who translates spoken language.

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noun

1. translator