Definition: In linguistics and computer science, "pretranslation" refers to the process of translating a text into another language before it is sent to an interpreter or machine. This can be seen as a form of "translation" that involves understanding the meaning behind the original text while preserving its structure and context. The term "pretranslation" is often used in contexts where a non-technical reader or user needs to understand the content of the text, but it may not necessarily require an interpreter or machine. It