Definition and types. In general, translation can be defined as the transposition of a text into a different language from the one used to write the original text. We often talk about the “source text” or “original text/proto-text” and “translation/meta-text”.  

Translation is necessary for the spreading new information, knowledge, and ideas across the world. It is absolutely necessary to achieve effective communication between different cultures. In the process of spreading new information, translation is something that can change history.