English
Did you lock in?
Let’s get moving
100
What is the difference between “economic” and “economical”?
Economic = related to the economy; economical = using money/resources carefully.
100
How can the word “privacy” be translated according to the presentation?
It can be translated as “private life” or “the right to privacy,” but its meaning depends on the context.
100
Charades
200
Which is correct: “If I would have known” or “If I had known”? Explain why.
If I had known — this is the correct third conditional form.
200
How is the Kyrgyz word “toy” translated according to the presentation? What aspects regarding this word were mentioned?
It can be translated as “wedding” if it refers to a wedding. However, the Kyrgyz concept of “toy” can have a much broader cultural meaning. It is not simply an event, but an entire tradition with specific customs, guest roles, gifts, and a particular atmosphere.
200
First team to…
Translate these words:
1. Accurate
2. Reliable
3. Misleading
4. Diminish
5. Ambiguous
300
What does “to throw someone under the bus” mean, and how would you translate it naturally into Russian?
To sacrifice/blame someone to protect yourself
300
What are 6 actions that simultaneous interpreters do at the same time?
- listen;
- understand the meaning;
- analyze the information;
- choose the right words;
- speak;
- listen to the next sentence.
300
Telephone
Antidisestablishmentarianism
400
Which word is more appropriate in a formal academic text: “kids,” “children,” or “youngsters”? Why?
Children — neutral and appropriate for formal/academic contexts
400
Why are translators important?
Translators are important because they help people communicate across languages and cultures, making it easier to share information, ideas, and knowledge worldwide.
400
Charades
Chemistry
500
Translate naturally into Russian:
“The proposal was met with considerable skepticism.”
Предложение встретило значительный скептицизм / было воспринято с большим скептицизмом.
500
When is International Translation Day?
30 September
500
First team to…
Write short poem about Ala-Too University (4-6 lines)