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      What are the qualities of a good translation?

      Explanation of the four qualities of a good translation

      'TUAA" is a translation quality framework put forth by ETEN's Innovation Lab to fit more with church-based Bible translation.  

      T - Trustworthy

      U - Understandable

      A - Appealing

      A - Appropriate

      Definitions - 4 Qualities of a Good Translation:

      TRUSTWORTHY:  A good translation expresses the same meaning as the original text.

      • Nothing has been added that should not be added
      • Nothing has been left out that should not be left out
      • The meaning has not been changed
      • Implicit information is included

      UNDERSTANDABLE: A good translation is clear and understandable.

      • The language used is clear
      • The language flows naturally and easily

      APPEALING:  A good translation is pleasing to read, watch or listen to. 

      • The translation sounds natural
      • The translation has variation
      • The translation is not too wordy
      • The translation is beautiful (well-crafted)

      APPROPRIATE:  A good translation fits the local context.

      • The appropriate translation type is used
      • The appropriate language variant is used
      • The appropriate language register is used