2011年考研英语真题翻译如下：
The following is a passage from the 2011 English translation section of the postgraduate entrance examination:
原文：
"During the past generation, the house has been increasingly dominated by electronic and mechanical devices. The television, the refrigerator, the washing machine, and the dishwasher have all become essential to the well-being of the average family. Even the toaster and the electric teakettle have become common items. These devices are not only a convenience, but they also help to keep the house clean and the food fresh. However, there is a price to be paid for all these conveniences. For example, the refrigerator must be defrosted regularly to prevent the growth of bacteria. The washing machine and the dishwasher must be cleaned frequently to prevent the build-up of dirt and bacteria. These devices also consume a great deal of electricity, which can be expensive. In addition, they often produce a great deal of noise, which can be very annoying. Some people have even gone so far as to install soundproofing materials in their homes to reduce the noise level."
译文：
在过去的一代人中，家庭生活越来越被电子和机械设备所主导。电视、冰箱、洗衣机和洗碗机已成为普通家庭幸福生活的必需品。甚至烤面包机和电热水壶也已成为常见的物品。这些设备不仅方便，还能帮助保持房屋的清洁和食物的新鲜。然而，所有这些便利都有其代价。例如，冰箱必须定期除霜以防止细菌生长。洗衣机和洗碗机必须经常清洁，以防止污垢和细菌的积累。这些设备还消耗大量的电力，这可能会很昂贵。此外，它们常常产生大量的噪音，这可能会非常令人烦恼。有些人甚至走得更远，在家安装隔音材料以降低噪音水平。
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