Abstract:

In order to resolve the problems encountered in the process of translating TCM drug names from Chinese to Arabic, we discussed the strategy for the translation and standardization of TCM drug names. Considering the translation and standardization experience of other languages, we discussed factors that might affect the translation, and put forward the methods adopted to deal with the different relations between Chinese and Arabic drug names. The standardization methods are also discussed in terms of translation model, grammar problems, the site of drugs, the preparation method names related to drug names.

Key words: TCM drug name, Arabic, translation, standardization