What is another word for calque?
Pronunciation: [kˈalk] (IPA) 
A calque refers to the linguistic process of borrowing elements of a language by literally translating them word for word into another language. Synonyms for this term include loan translation, literal translation, and word-for-word translation. These synonyms are often used interchangeably, but each has a slightly different connotation. Loan translation implies the usage of an already existing term in the target language, whereas literal translation suggests an almost mechanical duplication of words. Word-for-word translation is the most literal of the three and is self-explanatory. Whatever the term used, the process of calquing is an essential component of language borrowing, crossing linguistic barriers and enriching our understanding of different cultures.
