文秘专业英语

文秘专业英语 Unit 12 Interpreting in Speeches

Study Objectives • 学习用英语口译商务场合讲话稿 • 熟悉常用讲话稿套用格式和常用句型表达 • 了解商务拜访的基本礼仪 • 掌握赞扬信及祝贺信的写作格式与规范

Tips for the Skills of Interpretation There are two types of interpreting, consecutive and simultaneous. In the most popular form of simultaneous interpreting the interpreter sits in a booth wearing a pair of headphones and speaking into a microphone. Strictly speaking, “simultaneous” is a misnomer, the interpreter can’t start interpreting until she or he understands the general meaning of the sentence. During consecutive interpreting the speaker stops every 1-5 minutes (usually at the end of every “paragraph” or a complete thought) and the interpreter then steps in to render what was said into the target language.

Tips for the Skills of Interpretation • Interpreting to the level of communication of the people so that all can understand. • Be loyal to the speaker, conveying the intent, ideas, mood, and spirit of the speaker. • Knowledge of the general subject of the speeches that are to be interpreted. • General familiarity with both cultures.

Part One Interpretation of Speeches Part Two Useful Expressions Part Three Simple Writing Part Four Exercises Part Five Social Etiquette Contents

Speech One Interpretation of Speeches Mr. Henry Stevenson, Chief Executive of Los Angeles Collingwood Car Manufacture Co. will make a welcoming speech at the opening ceremony of SHCC Los Angeles Representative Office, Susan has to interpret it for him then, so she is preparing for the speech before that. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Speech One Interpretation of Speeches Ladies and Gentlemen Let me begin by extending a warm welcome to all of you. We celebrate today the opening of , and I am delighted to see so many friends of Los Angeles, old and new, joining us in this celebration. And let me brief you on the functions of this new Representative Office. The first is why the LACC needs a Representative Office in Shanghai and the second is why we have chosen to open it now. the Los Angeles Collingwood Car Manufacture Co. Shanghai Representative Office1 1. 洛杉矶柯林伍德汽车制造公司上海办事处 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Speech One Interpretation of Speeches The main consideration behind our decision is the great phenomenon of our times, globalization, which affects all aspects of our lives, but perhaps none more so than our car markets. With , it is extremely necessary for a big city like Shanghai The choice of Shanghai for our Representative Office is easy to explain. The City is one of the largest Asia’s car manufacture bases. Our business communities have long-standing, extensive, and deep relations with their counterparts in Los Angeles. the globalization of markets2 to maintain a round-the-clock presence to cover different areas3. 3. 维持全天候,能覆盖各个区域的服务 2. 市场的全球化 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Speech One Interpretation of Speeches I am confident that our new Representative Office here will play an important role in maintaining the many ties that exist between the car manufacture communities in Los Angeles and Shanghai, and in fostering an even closer relationship. My colleagues from the LACC who have the responsibility of managing these various functions may already be familiar to many of you. But let me take this opportunity to introduce them formally. The Office is headed by our Chief Representative in Los Angeles, John Lin. John is assisted by Fanny Zhang. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Speech One Interpretation of Speeches If there is anything in which the LACC can be of service to you, Josie and her team will be happy to assist. Your presence here today is a strong show of encouragement for our new Representative Office and for the work of the LACC generally. I should therefore like to conclude by thanking you all for your support and by proposing a toast Thank you. “To the LACC’s Shanghai Office.4” 4. 上海办事处的成立干杯｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Speech Two Interpretation of Speeches Henry Andrews, head of Lewis Tableware Articles Trading Co. will make a farewell speech at the party held by their Chinese cooperator. Susan is his interpreter. Dear Mr. Zhao Ming, all the friends and my colleagues, First of all, allow me, on behalf of my company and my team to thank you for your kind invitation to attend the farewell party. We are greatly honored once again to have an opportunity to visit your great country and your company. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Speech Two Interpretation of Speeches And we feel specially honored to be given this opportunity to meet such . This visit has been full of interesting things and everything here left me and my group deep impression. Doing business with you Pearl Trade Company is one of the most enjoyable experiences in my life. I’d like to say that your hospitality, and your trustworthy character are the assurance of the long-established cooperation between us. And I really appreciate your , and surely that can account for the contract which we have just signed with each other. a nice group of distinguished people like you1 your professional dedication2 willingness to explore every possibility for a new business3 1. 像你们这样优秀的团队 2. 敬业精神 3. 试图寻找任何一笔新业务的劲头 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Speech Two Interpretation of Speeches Thanks to your considerate arrangement, we visited so many plants and had many face to face talks with large insiders and customers, knowing what they are thinking about and what they expect us to do. And after that, we were also so lucky to take a city tour in Hangzhou, from which we enjoyed all the highlights of your , we were so amazed at the marvelous Chinese traditional gardens and the beauty of West Lake, but what is more beautiful than the west lake is your local ladies. (All laugh.) We bought so many as gifts to our family members and friends, and Longjing tea is so clean, fragrant, and mellow tasty. local tourism treasures4 splendid silk articles5 4. 当地的旅游精粹 5. 精美的丝织品 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Speech Two Interpretation of Speeches All in all, my team and I have learnt a lot during our short stay here. It has given us much better understanding of your country and people. I wish to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude to your reception again, on behalf of our delegation. Here is to the success of our negotiation May the friendship ties between our two parties be further developed and consolidated.6 6. 愿双方的友谊得到进一步的提升和巩固｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

New Words Interpretation of Speeches Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Word Bank Interpretation of Speeches a new millennium 新千年 a send-off party 欢送会 a welcoming party 欢迎会 an anniversary celebration 周年庆典 closing speech 闭幕辞 gracious hospitality 热情好客 gracious invitation 盛情邀请 honored/distinguished guests 尊敬的来宾 I’d like to end my speech with... 以……结束我的讲话 I’d like to propose a toast to something 我提议为……干杯 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Word Bank Interpretation of Speeches I’m honored and privileged to... 能够……我深感荣幸 I’m looking forward to something/doing something 我期待着…… in the name of 以……的名义 opening speech 开幕辞 take delight and pride in 为……感到高兴和骄傲 take some time out of one’s tight schedule 百忙中抽空 to address the meeting/conference on the topic of... 向大会就……问题进行讲话 to appreciate somebody for doing something 向……表示感谢 to bring to A the congratulations from B 向……转达来自……的祝贺 Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Word Bank Interpretation of Speeches to congratulate somebody on something 向……表示祝贺 to express one’s sincere congratulations and best wishes 致以衷心的祝贺和最美好的祝愿 to extend my warm welcome and heartfelt thanks to somebody 向……表示热烈的欢迎和诚挚的感谢 to give/host a dinner for the arrival of something 接风洗尘 to have... with us 欢聚一堂 toast 祝酒辞 Wish... complete success 祝……圆满成功! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Extending Warm Welcome or Expressing Thanks Useful Expressions 1. I wish to extend my warm welcome to you. 向您表示热烈的欢迎｡ 2. Allow me, first of all, to extend my warm welcome to the Chinese Delegation who have been invited to this country. 首先,请允许我向受邀来我国访问的中国代表团表示热烈的欢迎｡ 3. On behalf of the Textiles Corporation, I wish to warmly welcome you, Mr. Smith, and all the members of the Canadian Trade Mission. 我谨代表纺织公司集团,向史密斯先生和所有加拿大贸易代表团的全体成员表示最热烈的欢迎｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Extending Warm Welcome or Expressing Thanks Useful Expressions 4. There is an old saying in China, that is, isn’t it a great joy to have friends from afar? 中国有句老话说,有朋自远方来不亦乐乎? 5. On this beautiful moon-lit evening, it is a great pleasure for me to preside at this dinner given by our trade mission in honor of the Chinese foreign trade officials. 在这个月光明媚的夜晚,我很荣幸地主持这个由我们贸易代表团特地为欢迎中国海外贸易官员设置的晚宴｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Extending Warm Welcome or Expressing Thanks Useful Expressions 6. On behalf of all the members of my delegation and in my own name, I express my heartfelt thanks to you. 我谨代表我们代表团全体成员和我本人,向您表示衷心的感谢｡ 7. I’d like to express my warm gratitude to you and through you to Mr. Smith. 向您并通过您转达我们对史密斯先生的诚挚谢意｡ 8. Thank you for inviting us to such a marvelous dinner tonight. 谢谢你们邀请我们参加今晚如此精美的晚宴｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Extending Warm Welcome or Expressing Thanks Useful Expressions 9. It’s my pleasure and honor to welcome back Mr. Wilson who has been in Canada for the past three months. 我非常高兴和荣幸地欢迎威尔逊先生在加拿大工作三个月后回国｡ 10. So at this banquet, I want to extend a very big thank you to them (and their partners), and my thanks to all of you here, who have supported us. 借此晚宴,我要感谢他们(和他们的伴侣),感谢所有到会并支持我们的人｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Hosting a Ceremony Useful Expressions 1. How time flies, It was here that we gave Prof. William Thompson a hearty welcome two weeks ago. We are now here again to bid him farewell. 光阴似箭,日月如梭｡两个星期前我们在这里热烈欢迎威廉汤普森教授｡现在我们又在这里热情欢送他｡ 2. Today, we feel very much honored to have Prof. Martin Wilson with us. Now let us invite Prof. Wilson to give us a lecture. 今天,我们感到很荣幸能和马丁·威尔逊教授欢聚一堂现在请威尔逊教授做报告｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Hosting a Ceremony Useful Expressions 3. Thank you for your nice welcome and reception. It has been a long cherished hope of ours to visit China some day. We are fortunate to enjoy this rare chance today. 承蒙接待､十分感激｡我们一直想来中国访问,今天,我们很荣幸能如愿以偿｡ 4. In celebration of our company’s twentieth anniversary, we will recognize and honor all the staffs and faculty members who have devoted your wisdom and hard-working. 在我们公司开业二十周年庆典之际,我们要表扬并嘉奖所有奉献了才智和辛勤劳动的全体员工｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Hosting a Ceremony Useful Expressions 5. In the past year, thanks to the all the staff’s good cooperation and high spirit of team work, our share of market has increased dramatically. 在过去的一年里,由于全体同仁的良好合作和出色的团队精神,我们的市场份额有了显著的提升｡ 6. To make the public know much better about the superior quality and function of our latest product, we held this press conference as a start of the product launch. 为了让公众更好地了解我们的新产品优质性能和质量,我们召开本次记者招待会, 作为产品推出的开序｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Hosting a Ceremony Useful Expressions 7. On the occasion of the 5th anniversary of the Beijing branch of Mansell Co., I wish to extend my warmest congratulations to the company. 在门塞尔公司北京分公司成立五周年纪念日,我谨向公司表示衷心的祝贺｡ 8. At this joyous occasion, let me propose a toast to solid and mutually beneficial relationship between our two companies! 在这欢乐的时刻,请大家举起酒杯,为我们两家公司建立的非常牢固的互利关系干杯! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Hosting a Ceremony Useful Expressions 9. We have been lucky to have had a fantastic staff. And a very hard working one. The people who week in, week out do the work,that may account for our remarkable achievements in the severe competition in the field. 我们非常幸运有这么优秀的员工,他们非常勤奋,周而复始地努力工作,才能确保公司能在同行业竞争如此激烈的情况下取得令人瞩目的成绩｡ 10. Thank you for your attention! (我的讲话完了,)谢谢! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Section 1: A Letter of Compliments Sample Writing A heartfelt compliment letter can be the best way to express admiration and praise. Compliment letters can be written for the following reasons, for sympathy letters, flowers, or cards • For praising a service supplier or a product. But make sure that you mention the reasons why you like the service or product. • For complimenting a planner, or a program chairperson. • For praising sales staff or a sales person because of their good performance • Personal compliments are always important to keep the tone sincere and personal. • Other cases like announcing a contest winner, encouraging an employee after a company setback or disappointment, etc. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Section 1: A Letter of Compliments Sample Writing 一封发自内心的赞扬信是表达敬意和赞美的最好方式｡祝贺信适用于以下情形: • 赞美服务者或产品｡别忘了说明你喜欢他们的原因｡ • 赞美一个活动或项目的负责人或策划者｡ • 表扬一个销售团队或个人的突出业绩｡ • 以个人名义发出的祝贺信语调通常更具有亲和力｡ • 其他诸如宣布竞赛获胜者,或鼓励员工在公司遭受挫折和失望之后振作精神等等｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Sample Writing Sample Dear colleagues at the Sales Section, Congratulations on exceeding the projected sales for March, You have set a record by surpassing the monthly sales goal four months in a row. Without your help, Doe Corporation would not be what it is today. Each of you will receive a 15% commission for last month’s sales. In addition, if you break next month’s new sales goal, each of you will receive a 20% commission. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Sample Writing Sample You have already proven that you are the best sales force in the market and I am confident you can exceed next month’s sales expectations. I am proud and grateful to have such diligent workers on my team. Keep up the great work. Yours sincerely Henry Stevenson Henry Stevenson General Manager Doe Corporation Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Section 2: A Letter of Congratulations Sample Writing A letter of congratulations is a practical writing style to deliver a congratulatory message to friends and business partners commemorating accomplishments and achievements. While writing a congratulations letter to your business associates or clients, you may take on a more formal tone. • Send a congratulatory message immediately after learning of someone’s good fortune. • Write an introduction to the letter that explains the purpose of the correspondence. State the exact achievement. • Use the body of the letter to further communicate your praise, express your approval and discuss the significance of the achievement. • End the body of the letter by including a paragraph that restates your congratulatory message. Offer a wish of continued success and good luck. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Section 2: A Letter of Congratulations Sample Writing 祝贺信是用于当你的朋友或者生意上的伙伴取得成就时表达祝贺之意的应用文体｡给生意上的伙伴或者客户写此类信件时,语气要正式｡ • 一旦得知别人有好消息时,应立即致信表达心意｡ • 解释和说明你致信的原因,表述你所了解到的具体成就｡ • 用正文继续表达你的赞扬､肯定及此项成就的实际意义｡ • 在信尾结束段另起一行重复你的祝贺之意,祝愿收信人继续成功和交好运｡ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Sample Writing Sample Dear Mr. Tony More, Congratulations on your promotion, I was so happy to hear your good news. I can remember when you first joined the company you were a great asset to us all and now all your hard work and effort has paid off. I think the thing I like the best in yours is your attitude. No matter what challenge we faced, you always helped to find a solution. Your energy and attitude reminded me of the inspirational poem “Don’t Quit”. You always kept going. You didn’t let problems get in your way, your determination and your enthusiasm always found a way to make things work. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Sample Writing Sample And now in your new position I know you will bring these qualities with you. I look forward to working with you in your new role. If there is anything I can do to assist you, don’t hesitate to let me know. Again, congratulations! Yours sincerely Henry Stevenson Henry Stevenson General Manager Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

1. Listening. Exercises Listen to the following passage carefully and fill in the blanks according to what you hear. 1 Mr. John Williams, 2 leaders, guests, ladies and gentlemen, Good morning to everyone! 3 Giant KONE Elevator Co., Ltd., I warmly welcome 4 at this occasion, 5 of Giant KONE. Today we are drawing great attention not only from China elevator industry but also from world elevator industry. It is 6 to open the brand-new chapter of Giant KONE at this 7 together with all of you. Honorable _____________ distinguished ____________ _____________ On behalf of _______________ your presence ____________________ the opening ceremony __________ my honor historical moment __________________ Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

1. Listening. _____________ the internati- ___________ onalization Exercises Listen to the following passage carefully and fill in the blanks according to what you hear. The establishment of Giant KONE not only will accelerate 8 of Giant KONE Elevator but also will 9 of KONE Corporation in China. Giant KONE has got great supports from government leaders, friends and customers 10 . I’d like to 11 to express my sincerest gratitude to all of you! _______________________ expand the market share ___________________ take this opportunity ____________________ during establishment Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

1. Listening. Exercises Listen to the following passage carefully and fill in the blanks according to what you hear. Last of all, I believe through 12  with the supports from all our friends and 13 . Giant KONE will bring us the ultimate 14 . Thank you! our mutual efforts __________________ related authorities ____________________ ____________________ glorious success Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

2. Role play. Exercises Suppose your boss, Mr. Zhang Yao is saying goodbye at the farewell banquet to Mr. Dell, who has worked in your company for three years and now is leaving the company. Mr. Dell is a kind, responsible and careful person who has contributed a lot at his position. As a secretary, you are asked to interpret Mr. Zhang Yao’s farewell speech. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Exercises 3. Interpret the following Chinese Speech into English. 尊敬的贵宾､代理商､新闻媒体,女士们､先生们: 你们好! 首先,我谨代表北京林和公司全体员工,在公司创立4周年之际参加公司新产品发布会的各位朋友们表示最热烈的欢迎和最衷心的感谢｡特别是在过去的4年里,为使北京林和公司每年都以50%以上的速度增长而给予北京林和精神上､物资上很大支持的诸位,借此机会再一次表示感谢｡今天是我们北京林和创立4周年的日子,也是去年年末跟大家约好的新产品发布的日子｡今天给大家展示的新产品是应大家强烈要求开发的经济型3吨叉车,通过一系列专业测试,被判定为优秀的装备｡通过今天的活动,希望在大家的支持和努力下,使北京林和继续发展,成为世界一流的公司｡祝大家好运｡谢谢! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Exercises 4. Practical Writing. Task 1: Write a letter of compliments to one of your suppliers because of his excellent service (For example, good package, prompt delivery or efficient after-sale services, etc.) while cooperating with you. Task 2: Write a letter of congratulations to one of your employees in the marketing section who has an accomplishment in expanding a new market for the products of your company. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Exercises 5. Reading Activity. To become a good interpreter is the aspiration cherished by every student of English. Then, what are the necessary qualities that make a good interpreter? In order to get the answer, we have to understand the nature of work of an interpreter. The work of an interpreter is to reproduce orally in another language what has just been said. To put in another way, it is oral translation on the spot. Interpretation can be consecutive, that is, reproduction after the speaker has stopped, or simultaneous, that is, at the same time as the speaker is speaking. Therefore, special requirements arise from the special nature of interpretation. Some veteran interpreters have summarized the requirements of interpretation as “accurate, quick and smooth”. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Exercises 5. Reading Activity. Obviously, a correct understanding and reproduction of the speaker’s meaning comes first, because an interpreter is merely a medium among speakers of different languages in their communication. At the same time, an interpreter must be quick in his/her work. They must not delay. Their interpretation should be smooth so that it can be readily understood. To achieve accuracy in interpretation, an interpreter must comprehend correctly in the first place. Together with smooth reproduction, it is not difficult to see that a good command of English (or other languages) and Chinese is the prerequisite condition. A clear pronunciation and intonation are crucial for an interpreter. However, the achievement of speed needs special training. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Exercises 5. Reading Activity. One of the difficulties lies in memory. Many students complain that they cannot remember what has just been said. Here, note-taking may help. Note-taking serves as an aid to memory on the spot, so you do not have to take down every word being spoken, which is both impossible and unnecessary. You only need to take down the key words which represent the main ideas and of course, numbers and figures. Your note must have a clear presentation or pattern which indicates the logical development of the speaker’s ideas. This is important because it will help your interpretation sensible and coherent. Besides symbols, abbreviations and diagrams may also be used to make your note-taking faster. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Exercises 5. Reading Activity. To integrate correct comprehension, proper memory and quick reproduction demands high concentration and quick reaction. This is a process which requires the simultaneous working of one’s heart, mind and hand. This is where intensive training comes in. A former trainee of the UN Interpreter is made by the tape hours she has had which means that the more hours you have had been practicing by listening to tapes and interpreting, the more competent you become. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

Exercises 5. Reading Activity. Wide-ranging knowledge is as important as the command of languages. “To know something about everything under the sun” is another motto interpreters observe. You have to concern yourself with what is happening at home and abroad all the time. You should constantly broaden your horizon and improve your comprehension and interpretation. Lastly, good manners and a strong sense of responsibility are also necessary qualities of an interpreter. Based on the above discussion, we may conclude that a good interpreter’s competence is many-faceted. To him/her, challenges are constant and hence, self-improvement must be consistent. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

5. Reading Activity. Exercises Please fill in the blanks according to what you have learnt from the passages. 1. The work of interpretation is 2. means interpretation after the speaker has stopped while means interpretation at the same time as the speaker. 3. , an interpreter must comprehend in the right way. What’s more, good command of and , a clear are important for an interpreter. _________________________. oral translation on the spot _________________________ Consecutive interpretation __________________________ simultaneous interpretation _________________________________ To achieve accuracy in interpretation _________________ foreign languages native language _______________ __________________________ pronunciation and intonation Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

5. Reading Activity. Exercises Please fill in the blanks according to what you have learnt from the passages. 4. As an interpreter, you may domestically and abroad all the time. 5. may be helpful for you to memorize the key words. Moreover, , and enable you to make notes faster. concern yourself with what’s happening ____________________________________ ______________ Note-making ____________ diagrams ___________ symbols ______________ abbreviations Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5

文秘专业英语

文秘专业英语

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