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译制
yì zhì
dub and produce
这部电影是由国内团队译制的。
This film was dubbed and produced by a domestic team.
formal
To dub a film or TV show into another language and produce the localized version.
这部动画片由上海译制厂译制，深受观众喜爱。
This animated film was dubbed by the Shanghai Dubbing Studio and is very popular among audiences.
译制片在上世纪八九十年代非常流行。
Dubbed films were very popular in the 1980s and 1990s.
Often refers to the process of adapting foreign films or TV shows into Chinese, including translation, voice acting, and post-production.
Pro Tip
Common Mistakes
Avoid confusing '译制' (dubbing and producing) with '翻译' (translation) or '配音' (voice acting). '译制' specifically refers to the entire process of adapting foreign media into another language.
Gold Rule
When to Use '译制'
Use '译制' when referring to the complete process of adapting foreign films, TV shows, or animations into Chinese, including translation, voice recording, and post-production. Do not use it for subtitling or simple translation.
Word Origin
Composed of '译' (yì, meaning 'translate') and '制' (zhì, meaning 'produce' or 'make'). The term emerged in the mid-20th century with the rise of film dubbing in China.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in the context of film, TV, and animation production. The term emphasizes both translation and the technical production process.
Word Breakdown
译
translate
root制
produce/make
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