The weight measure that is translated as “hin” or with a modern equivalent in English is translated in the 1989 Tsonga BIBELE Mahungu Lamanene into a measurement of what a traditional container can hold rather than weight: “two pots” for water, wine and milk or “2 calabashes” for oil. (Source: The Bible Translator 1998, p. 215ff. )
drink
In Telugu different verbs for humans drinking (tāgu / తాగు) and animals drinking (cēḍu / చేడు) are required.
complete verse (Ezekiel 4:11)
Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Ezekiel 4:11:
- Kupsabiny: “You are only allowed to drink only two cups of water.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
- Hiligaynon: “And about half a liter only of water is what you are-going-to-drink each day at set times also.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
- English: “Also measure out 1.5 pints/0.6 liter of water to drink each day.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.