第三节正说与反说.pptVIP

Unit 8 Affirmative vs. Negative 正反译法 1. Affirmative in English, but Negative in Chinese Such a chance was denied to me. (v.) Time is what we want most, but what, alas, many use worst. (adv.) 2. Negative in English, but Affirmative in Chinese Don’t lose time in posting this letter. (phrase) Such things couldn’t long escape notice. (sentence) He manifested a strong dislike for his father’s business. (n.) 3. Same English Words, with Either Affirmative or Negative Equivalents in Chinese I’m new to the work. He is free with his money. It’s no less than a fraud. The works of art were left intact, the money gone. 4. Double Negative for Emphasis There is no rule that has no exception. There is not any advantage without disadvantage. It never rains but it pours. Its significance and importance can never be overemphasized. 5. Roundabout Affirmative(转弯抹角的肯定结构) He didn’t half like the girl. I couldn’t feel better. I couldn’t agree with you more. He can’t see you quick enough. 6. Some Traps in Negative Structures Not…because The engine didn’t stop because the fuel was finished. Don’t scamp your work because you are pressed for time. 2）cannot …too The importance of this conference cannot be overestimated. 思考题： All music is alike to me. He has a history. I’m now between jobs. I don’t shine in conversation. After-Class Exercises: Put the following sentences into Chinese, using the technique of negation. I’m wiser than to believe what you call money talks. He would do anything he was asked to do but return to his old life. All graduates from the Foreign Languages Institutes will not be appointed to do translation work. Africa is not kicking out western imperialism in order to invite other new master. * *