Fanslation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /fænzˈleɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Fanslation is a noun meaning (slang) An unofficial translation of the dialogue or text of a media product (such as a manga, television programme, or video game) from one language to another which is done by fans rather than by its producer.
Meaning
(slang) An unofficial translation of the dialogue or text of a media product (such as a manga, television programme, or video game) from one language to another which is done by fans rather than by its producer.
Example Sentences
This is the #1 reason I hate the fanslation.
Question: Where does one obtain the English libretto? And is it the official version or a "fanslation"?
There are no others available in English as far as I know (well, I think there is a fanslation of Tales of Phantasia for the SNES).
Word Forms
- fanslations
- fanlation
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fanlation, fanslator, fandub, fanspeak, fanfiction, fanservice.
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