Abstract： This paper analyzes the structure and language features of porcelain names, finds the acceptable translated version and puts forward the most appropriate translation methods, by taking Southern Song Guan kiln museum as an example and through questionnaire and survey. It is hoped that this study will regulate the translation of porcelain names, improve the appreciation of Chinese porcelain and promote cultural exchange.

Key Words：names of porcelain; museum exhibits; C-E translation; questionnaire; survey

Contents

Abstract

中文摘要

1. Introduction-1

2. Southern Song Guan kiln Museum-2

2.1 The Introduction of Southern Song Guan kiln-2

2.2 The Introduction of Southern Song Guan kiln Museum-2

2.3 Translation of Porcelain in Southern Song Guan kiln Museum-3

3. This Study-6

3.1  Purpose of the Study-7

3.2  Participants-7

3.3  Tools-7

3.4  Procedure-8

4. Data Collection and Analysis-8

4.1  The Importance of Museum Porcelain Translation-8

4.2  Analysis on Translation of the Names of Chinese Porcelain-8

4.3  Analysis of the Description of image and action Type Translation-11

4.4  Analysis of Translation of the Texts of Chinese Porcelain-12

4.5  Analysis of Reasons Causing the Imperfection of Porcelain Translation-14

5. Discussion and Suggestion-14

5.1  Idiomatic English Representation-14

5.2  Proper Translation of Culture-loaded Words-16

6. Conclusion-18

References-19

Appendix Questionnaire-20