2019年6月英語六級翻譯模擬題:舞龍
第一篇
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舞龍是文化中一種傳統(tǒng)的舞蹈表演形式。傳統(tǒng)上來講,其表演動作象征著龍的歷史地位,展示了力量與尊貴。舞龍起源于漢代。人們認為它最初是作為耕作收成文化的一部分;同時也是一種治病防病的方法起源。舞龍在宋代已十分盛行,成為了一項民間活動,且最常見于各種節(jié)日慶典中。舞龍是世界各地唐人街舉辦春節(jié)慶典的一個重頭戲。
參考譯文
Dragon dance is a form of traditional dance performance in Chinese culture. The movements in the performance traditionally symbolize historical roles of dragons, demonstrating power and dignity. The dragon dance originated in the Han Dynasty. It is believed to have begun as part of the farming and harvest culture, also with origins as a method of healing and preventing sickness. It was already a popular event during the Song Dynasty when it had become a folk activity and was most often seen in various festival celebrations. The dragon dance is a highlight of Chinese New Year celebrations held worldwide in Chinatowns around the world.
第二篇
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舞龍(Dragon dance)是中國文化中一種傳統(tǒng)的舞蹈與表演形式。它起源于漢朝并且有信仰并尊敬龍的中國人所開創(chuàng)。人們認為舞龍一開始是農(nóng)耕文化的組成部分,起初也是治病和防病的一種方法。舞龍在宋朝(Song Dynasty)就已經(jīng)成為一項流行的活動。舞龍是中國文化和傳統(tǒng)的重要組成部分,已經(jīng)傳遍了中國乃至全世界,而且已經(jīng)成為中國體育活動中的一種特殊的藝術(shù)表演。它象征著在來年為世界上所有人帶來好運和興旺。
參考譯文
Dragon dance is a form of traditional dance and performance in Chinese culture. It originated during the Han Dynasty and was started by the Chinese who had shown great belief and respect towards the dragon. It is believed to have begun as part of the farming and harvest culture, also with origins as a method of healing and preventing sickness. The dragon dance was already a popular event during the Song Dynasty. Dragon dance is an important part of the Chinese culture and tradition. It has spread throughout China and to the whole world and become a special performance of arts in the Chinese physical activities. It symbolizes good luck and prosperity in the year to come for all the human beings for the earth.