Abstract: The study aims to differentiate the translation principle and the standardization principle of English names of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) terms. Based on comprehensive analysis of the bilingual work principles and the goals of TCM terminology work of different scholars and organizations, we proposed that the foundation of standardization of English TCM terms should be the standardization of Chinese TCM terms. The prescriptive terminology work principles must be followed while drawing up standardization principles of English TCM terms. Translation principle is only one factor that affects the draw up of standardization principle.

Key words: TCM terms, translation principle, standardization principle