Raluca Sinu

Raluca Sinu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Theoretical and Applied Linguistics at the Faculty of Letters, Transilvania University of Brașov. Her research focuses on lexicography, audiovisual translation, technical translation, and humor. She has contributed to multiple publications on dictionary design, subtitling challenges, and language pedagogy.

• Univeristy: Transilvania University of Brașov
• Department: Department of Theoretical and Applied Linguistics
• Academic Rank: Associate Professor
• Email: raluca.sinu@unitbv.ro

Research Interests: Dr. Sinu investigates the intersection of lexicography and digitalization, emphasizing multimodal approaches to language documentation. Her work on audiovisual translation explores challenges in subtitling, punctuation synchronization, and cultural adaptation for Romanian audiences. Recent publications highlight prescriptivism in lexicography, contextualization in bilingual dictionaries, and the role of humor in media translation.

Publication Trends: Her research spans theoretical and applied linguistics, with a focus on translation studies (particularly subtitling and cultural references), lexicography (dictionary design, corpus-based methods), and pedagogy (digital tools for language teaching). Articles from 2011-2024 reflect evolving methodologies in lexicographic practices and audiovisual translation strategies.

Collaborations and Projects: Dr. Sinu has co-authored works with scholars like Marinela Burada and Oana Tatu. She contributes to initiatives like the Dictionary of the Romanian Language Project and explores web-based tools for translation education.