Mistranslation and Methodological Analysis of English Signs in Public Places

Abstract

Due to the influence of industry norms, translation level and reference standards, mistranlation of English signs in public places is quite common. The main factors leading to pragmatic problems of English signs are verbatim and rigid translation of signs, chinglish and differences in expression modes. In order to standardize the use of English signs and improve the image of urban civilization, it is necessary to follow the principle of pragmatic equivalence, use international standardized terms, translate proper nouns, and strengthen the supervision of government functional departments.