Development and International Application of German Medical Terminology: Structural Features, Translation, and Educational Significance
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https://doi.org/10.69760/portuni.010310Keywords:
German medical terminology, medical translation, linguistic structure, international healthcare, medical education, medical literatureAbstract
This article explores the historical evolution, linguistic structure, and international application of medical terminology in the German language. It highlights the significant contributions of German-speaking scholars to the global medical lexicon, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries, and examines how German's morphological and syntactic features enable precise and complex medical expressions. The paper also addresses challenges in the translation of German medical terms, emphasizing the risk of misinterpretation in cross-linguistic communication. Additionally, it discusses the role of German-language medical literature in shaping international medical education and scientific discourse. By analyzing both linguistic and educational dimensions, the study underscores the continuing relevance of German in the global healthcare and academic landscape.
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