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QWhat term refers to the literal translation of a foreign word into the native language?

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  • A Transliteration ✔ ✖
  • B Loanword ✔ ✖
  • C Calque ✔ ✖
  • D Metonymy ✔ ✖
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A calque is the literal translation of a foreign word or phrase into the native language. It involves adopting the structure or components of the foreign term while retaining the same meaning in the native language.

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