transcreation

noun — 2 senses

transcreation

noun

Etymology Blend of translation + creation.

1

Human sciences, Linguistics, Sciences, Translation studies An adaptation of a creative work into another language or culture.

  • 2025: "Fifteen New Hymns Available to Use in Church and at Home": Creating a global hymnbook requires an extensive process called transcreation. Transcreation teams include professional linguists, poets, musicians and talented Church members. Decker said there is more to the process than simply translating words from one language to another.

transcreation

noun

Etymology From transcreate + -ion, trans- + creation or from French transcreation.

1

Human sciences, Lifestyle, Philosophy, Religion, Sciences, Theology A type of creation by a deity or primal force.

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