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QWhat does the term "loan translation" refer to?

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  • A The process of borrowing words from multiple languages ✔ ✖
  • B The literal translation of a foreign expression into another language ✔ ✖
  • C The use of slang or colloquial language in everyday speech ✔ ✖
  • D The adaptation of foreign words to fit the phonetic rules of a language ✔ ✖
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Loan translation, also known as calque, refers to the practice of translating a foreign expression or idiom into another language literally, word-for-word. This approach often results in unique and sometimes unconventional phrasing in the target language.

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