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Vol. 1:1 (1989) ► pp.29–41

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Genre Analysis and the Translator

 | University College of North Wales, Bangor
Published online: 1 January 1989
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Abstract
In this paper I shall attempt three tasks. First, to give a brief account of the recent history of genre studies, leading to a definition of the notion. Secondly, to contextualise the notion of genre, that is, I shall see what it has in common with, or adds to, other related notions current in Discourse Analysis. Finally, I hope to show how genre study might be integrated into programmes of translator training.
Résumé
Je me propose d'aborder trois sujets dans le présent exposé. En premier lieu, je dresserai un bilan des études relatives aux genres, qui débouchera sur une définition operatoire du concept. Ensuite, j'entends situer ce concept dans un contexte: ce qu'il a en commun avec, ou ce qu'il ajoute aux concepts voisins utilisés par l'analyse discursive. Enfin, j'espère montrer comment l'étude des genres pourrait être intégrée aux programmes de formation des traducteurs.
Article outline
  • 1.The Notion 'Genre'
  • 2.Related Notions
  • 3.Genre Study in Translator Training
  • 4.Concluding Remarks
  • References
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