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Definition of mistranslation

mistranslation

/ˌmɪs.trænzˈleɪ.ʃən/
mis · trans · la · tion
Plural:mistranslations
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mistranslation Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An incorrect or inaccurate translation of a word, phrase, or text from one language into another, or the act of translating something wrongly.

Example

"A subtle mistranslation in the diplomatic treaty caused months of confusion between the two delegations."

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• Rhymes for mistranslation

• Nearby Words

mistletoe
mistranscribe
mistranslate
mistranslation
mistreat
mistreatment
mistress

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the prefix mis- ('wrongly, badly') and translation, which derives from Latin translatio ('a carrying across, transfer'), from the past participle stem of transferre.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mistranslation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mistranslation
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