Chinese proverbs are a significant part of Chinese linguistic and cultural heritage. They are known for their widespread use and wisdom. However, previous research has not fully explored the depth and breadth of the numerical combination and conception used to form the Chinese numerical proverbs. Some scholars have considered numerical combination as imaginary or functional words to fulfil the amounts of Chinese characters in forming the Chinese numerical proverbs, neglecting their roles in forming the specific semantic meanings and rhetoric styles of Chinese numerical proverbs. As a result, accurately conveying the comprehensive and culturally relevant meanings of numerical conceptions to foreign students learning Chinese as a second language becomes challenging. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of selected translation methods used in teaching Chinese numerical proverbs, specifically in translating and explaining the three-layered meanings (literal, semantic, and cultural) of numerical conceptions in Chinese numerical proverbs. This study involved 32 students from Malaysian primary schools, including Malaya, Indian, and Chinese students. A test was designed based on seven Chinese numerical proverbs, covering various aspects related to specific semantic meanings and rhetoric styles of the Chinese numerical proverbs. This test also evaluated the students' abilities to comprehend both the specific semantic meanings and rhetoric styles of the Chinese numerical proverbs. Through descriptive analysis using SPSS, the study found that after learning the basic information about Chinese numerical proverbs, the Chinese learners' grades significantly improved as two grades. This improvement indicates that they were able to understand the cultural meanings conveyed by

Authors:
ZongJin He, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
Ling Yann Wong, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
Adi Yasran Abdul Aziz, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia

About the Presenter(s)
He Zongjin pursued a degree in translation and interpretation during her seventh semester at Universiti Putra Malaysia. She is currently enrolled in a research-based master's program.

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