四六级

　　经济、文化、教育等等内容都是英语四级翻译考试中常考的，所以考前要多积累一些相关词汇、句型。下面小编为大家准备了一道英语四级翻译练习：剪纸，供各位考生练习。

　　剪纸(paper cutting)有着悠久的历史，是传统的民间艺术形式。它可以追溯到东汉时期。在中国的传统文化中，剪纸可以反映生活的许多方面，如繁荣、健康或收获。虽然其他艺术形式，如绘画，也可以显示类似的景象，但剪纸仍然以它的魅力脱颖而出。今天，剪纸主要用做装饰。中国人认为门上的红色剪纸可以给全家人带来好运和幸福。剪纸在中国的传统节日，特别是春节(the Spring Festival)期间更常见。

　　参考翻译:

　　Paper cutting is a traditional folk art form with a long history.It can be dated back to the Eastern Han Dynasty.In traditional Chinese culture, paper-cuts can reflect various aspects of life such as prosperity, health or harvest.Although other art forms, like painting, can also show similar scenes, paper-cuts still stand out for its charm.Today, paper-cuts are chiefly used as decorations.Chinese people believe that the red paper-cuts on the door can bring good luck and happiness to the whole family.The paper-cuts are more often seen during traditional Chinese festivals, particularly in the Spring Festival.