Wang Zhechun majored in Indonesian at college because of her love for Bali. Her sister told her that being able to speak the language would make traveling to the popular tourist destination easier. “I imagined having a relaxing vacation in Bali, and quickly decided to study Indonesian at college,” Wang, 28, said.
After graduating in 2020, she received an offer and joined the China Railway Beijing Group and was employed as a translator and interpreter for the railway. However, she faced a significant challenge, as she had little knowledge of railways, let alone the technical terms associated with them.
Wang immersed herself in textbooks, learning about equipment, including rail tracks, and signals. In January 2021, she joined a group tasked with preparing for the railway to open. Her work had a tight schedule, high standards, and involved numerous railway terminologies. “At that time, I began to understand the importance of acquiring railway knowledge. As a railway interpreter, technical expertise is essential,” Wang said.
In October 2021, Wang traveled to Indonesia to start work, and in addition to her desk duties, she served as an interpreter at conferences. Recalling her first international conference as an interpreter, she said her hands shook, and she struggled to hear herself speak. Afterward, she could barely recall what had taken place.
Determined to overcome such challenges, she devoted herself to becoming familiar with the material in advance. For meetings the following day, she stayed up late the previous night to learn words not commonly used in business discussions.
Now, Wang not only translates railway policies and other material, but also excels as an on-site interpreter at conferences. “As a translator and interpreter, I have witnessed many important moments for the railway,” she said. “I also feel extremely proud and happy when I see many passengers on the high-speed train applauding and cheering its smooth operation when it reaches a speed of 350 kilometers per hour.”
Although she still hasn’t had the chance to visit Bali, she hopes that day will come soon.
4. What inspired Wang Zhechun to learn Indonesian?
A.Her dream of becoming a translator | B.Her passion for foreign language |
C.Her desire to go to Bali | D.Her travel experience to Bali |
5. What is TRUE about Wang Zhechun according to the passage?
A.Wang Zhechun started working in Indonesia right after graduation |
B.She participated in the task to prepare for a railway to open in 2020. |
C.Her work is demanding and challenging. |
D.She performed well when participating in the first conference as an interpreter. |
6. Which of the following words can best describe Wang Zhechun?
A.diligent and brave. | B.ambitious and considerate. |
C.adventurous and modest. | D.friendly and dedicated. |
7. What can we learn from Wang Zhechun’s story?
A.Time is money. | B.Nothing is difficult to a willing heart. |
C.It’s never too late to learn. | D.Dreams are lies. |