Describes a project called JURIVOC which sought to deal with the problem of a duality of language and a duality in legal systems in Canada. The development of a bilingual lexicon is discussed, and an example is given of the classic language/legal system duality in Canadian law. (AM)

Discusses the dichotomy between legal terminology and legal discourse, and its implications for translation. (AM)

Elaborates on the problems facing the criminological translator, as a result of cultural differences, linguistic variation, the evolution of ideologies, and, finally, the lack of adequate terminological references. (AM)

Gives examples of the interference of legal English on legal French, particularly in translation and business administration. (AM)

Discusses paronyms, with reference to translation, and related forms such as synonyms, polysemes, and false cognates. (AM)

Provides a list of 480 heteronyms, suggesting study in this area to stimulate students' interest in building vocabulary as well as in language study generally. (NH)

Prepared as a guide for the use of an instructor, this document contains two principal components: 84 "exhibits," which could be converted into slides or transparencies, and text, which explains and amplifies the exhibits. The text discusses 14 subject areas: (1) Purpose of Vocabulary Control; (2) Major Components of a Controlled…

Presents humanistic behavioral objectives for teaching about semantics, grammar, dialects, lexicography, body language, foreign languages, and the history of English. (DD)